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Cystic Fibrosis is Not Just a "Childhood Disease"

An editorial showroom from SALT Chamber in Boca Raton FL display comparing a backlit orange salt brick wall with textured pink and white salt panels next to a modern conference table.
June 26, 2025

Ian Pettigrew, the man behind the viral “Just Breathe” and “SaltyGirls” photo series-turned-books, hopes to launch The SaltyLife magazine, a publication that will cover “all aspects of cystic fibrosis.

”CF is a chronic genetic disease that affects about 30,000 people in the U.S. and 70,000 people worldwide. In their second issue, features Salt Therapy as a means to help treat Cystic Fibrosis.

Read the story at The Mighty

The full online magazine is available at The SaltyLife.

Leo Tonkin, CEO of Salt Chamber Inc
Leo M. Tonkin
Salt Chamber CEO

Leo Tonkin, with a decade of deep expertise in salt therapy, initiated SALT Chamber, a leading entity in the domain of salt therapy products and decor. As the inaugural Chairman of the Salt Therapy Association and Chair of the Respiratory Wellness Initiative from the Global Wellness Institute, he has played a pivotal role in broadening the accessibility and recognition of salt therapy globally. His commitment to developing advanced technology and educating the public on the benefits of salt therapy has solidified his position as a key figure in the industry, enhancing its credibility and trustworthiness.

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