Infrared Sauna

Infrared saunas use light wavelengths that deeply penetrate the skin, heating the body up from the inside. The average infrared sauna heats to about 55 degrees C. When you’re in one it doesn’t feel as hot as a dry or steam sauna, making it more comfortable to be in. However, don’t let that fool you – because all of the work is happening on our insides, leading to an active sweat that has a multitude of health benefits.

Our skin is our largest elimination organ, Evidence indicates that we are able to release a number of toxins through sweating, including BPA as well as heavy metals such as lead, arsenic, cadmium and mercury.

CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH

Infrared saunas are wonderful for our cardiovascular health. They can help to improve blood vessel function, blood flow, lower blood pressure, and reduce cardiac episodes. Other studies indicate that saunas can lower the risk of sudden cardiac death, fatal coronary heart and cardiovascular disease, and all-cause mortality, as well as act as a supportive treatment for those with congestive heart failure.

IMMUNITY

An infrared sauna raises your core body temperature, which may kill off potential pathogens.  Studies have found that people who took saunas had fewer colds than those who didn’t, and saunas can help improve our white blood cell profile and stimulate the immune system.

PAIN RELIEF

Evidence shows that infrared saunas can benefit with Chronic Pain relief,  even helping some patients return to work. They can also treat muscle recovery, arthritis and fibromyalgia.  Since infrared saunas are a warm environment, they can help loosen our muscles and reduce stiffness, cramping, soreness and discomfort.

PHYSICAL FITNESS

Many of the benefits of infrared saunas are also similar to those of regular exercise. This makes it a good option for those who might be struggling with health issues that affect their ability to exercise such as chronic fatigue, autoimmune conditions, arthritis, or any other condition that makes it more challenging to participate in regular exercise.

RELAXATION

Infrared saunas can target our parasympathetic nervous systems. The sympathetic nervous system is our ‘fight or flight’ response, while the parasympathetic is our ‘rest and digest’ mode. The more we can encourage the parasympathetic, the better off we are.