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Sauna Health Benefits
Note: Only
your doctor can recommend specific sauna benefits for you. Be sure you are well
hydrated before and after sauna use. Do not use a sauna if you are pregnant or
have a heart condition. Revitalife Spa makes no claims as to the specific
benefits of sauna use for individual users. While only your doctor can
determine the physical benefits of sauna use for you, the following are some of
the health benefits that sauna users experience on a regular basis:
Weight Loss
The
high temperature that is attained in a wet sauna causes your heart rate to
accelerate and your metabolism to increase. This aerobic effect speeds your
calorie burn and causes you to lose weight in the process. Some studies claim
that twenty to thirty minutes in a sauna burns as many calories as sixty
minutes of moderate exercise. While actual weight loss will vary between
different people, sauna use will definitely help you burn more calories.
Arthritic Relief
Since
the entire sauna room gets hot, your whole body is immersed in a therapeutic,
hot environment. The hot air is very soothing on sore joints and muscles, and
people suffering from arthritis experience pain relief when using a sauna on a
regular basis.
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Toxin Release
Your
body sweats to cool itself and to release harmful toxins through perspiration.
By taking a sauna you trigger this healthy process by causing your body to
sweat significantly and flush impurities through your expanded pores.
Enhanced Immune System
As you
sit in the hot sauna room your body temperature elevates, simulating an
artificial fever that increases white blood cell production. Many sauna users
report reduced incidents of colds and flu as a result of an immune system that
is strengthened through sauna use.
Endorphin Release
The
aerobic effects of a sauna session lead to the same post-workout effects of
strenuous exercise. The combination of an accelerated heart rate along with the
increase in body temperature leads to a release of endorphins, causing you to
feel relaxed and refreshed as your body cools down. Many sauna users also claim
that the use of the sauna helps them to sleep better at night and overcome the
effects of insomnia.
Improved Circulation
As the
body temperature increases, the blood vessels expand, allowing blood to flow
more freely through the body. The increased blood flow improves overall
circulation in your body and leaves your skin with a healthy glow. Regular
sauna use causes some people to have that "just tanned" look throughout the year.
Skin Tone
In
addition to bringing color to your skin, regular wet sauna use can help clear
complexion and soften the skin. The improved circulation and extensive
perspiration leaves the skin soft and moist, leaving a more youthful
appearance.
Respiratory Effects
The
steam that is generated when pouring water on the hot rocks can help treat
respiratory problems. Chest congestion, bronchitis, and plugged sinuses can all
be relieved when breathing in the hot, moist air that is generated in the wet sauna.
Relaxation
Most
people report stress reduction after using a sauna as well as feeling more
relaxed and refreshed. Taking a cold shower or plunging in cold water following
a sauna is both invigorating and refreshing, leading to a more enjoyable and relaxed
lifestyle. Whether you experience some or all of the benefits of wet sauna use,
you will experience a lifestyle enhancement that will help you feel better!