History of Vincentka: Iodine, Bicarbonate & Luhačovice
Updated: Sep 21
Vincentka is a natural mineral water from the traditional spa town of Luhačovice. The region has been known for its mineral-rich springs for centuries. The water is characterised by its high content of iodine, lithium and bicarbonate, and has traditionally been used in spa treatments.
Vincentka is a natural mineral water with a characteristic mineral composition and a long spa tradition.
Historical background of the spring
The first mentions of the mineral springs in Luhačovice date back to the 17th century. In the 18th and 19th centuries, the town developed into a major spa centre of Central Europe. Chemical analyses confirmed early on the spring's exceptional composition, in particular its natural content of iodine, lithium and bicarbonate.
Over time, Vincentka became known and valued far beyond the region – mainly thanks to its stable mineralisation and its versatile use in spa treatments.
Natural content of iodine, lithium and bicarbonate
Iodine – an important mineral
Vincentka naturally contains iodine.
In line with authorised EU health claims, iodine contributes to:
normal thyroid function
normal energy metabolism
normal function of the nervous system
This makes iodine-containing mineral water a sensible addition as part of a balanced diet.
Lithium – a naturally occurring trace element
The mineral water also contains lithium as a naturally occurring trace element. Lithium is part of the characteristic mineral composition of the spring in Luhačovice.
There are currently no authorised health claims for lithium under EU law, so it is described here solely as a natural component of the water.
Bicarbonate – a contribution to acid-base balance
Vincentka is rich in bicarbonate. As part of a balanced diet, bicarbonate can contribute to supporting the acid-base balance.
Mineral waters with a high bicarbonate content have traditionally been used as part of drinking cures.
Traditional use
Vincentka is traditionally used:
as a drinking-cure mineral water
for inhalation
as part of spa stays
Thanks to its natural mineralisation, Vincentka is suitable both for conscious daily enjoyment in moderate amounts and for use as part of a spa cure.
Quality and bottling
Vincentka is bottled directly at its source in Luhačovice to preserve its natural composition. Its mineralisation remains unchanged in the process.
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History of Vincentka with natural iodine and bicarbonate content
History of Vincentka with natural iodine and bicarbonate content
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