Health Benefits of Saunas (Traditional vs Infrared Saunas)
Health Benefits of Saunas (Traditional vs Infrared Saunas)
Traditionally, saunas have been used for many centuries to treat different health conditions. There are traditional saunas and infrared saunas. Traditional saunas heat the air around you and may reach temperatures between 150-180 degrees Fahrenheit.
Infrared saunas use infrared lamps which give off electromagnetic radiation to heat your body directly. Infrared saunas may reach a lower temperature between 120-140 degrees Fahrenheit.
Traditional and infrared saunas have similar health benefits.
Saunas may improve your heart health including lowering your blood pressure and improving blood circulation.
Saunas may promote weight loss, skin health and detoxification,
Saunas may help with muscle recovery, and chronic pain relief. Saunas may also reduce symptoms associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and fibromyalgia.
Saunas may reduce stress and anxiety, promote sleep and relaxation.
Saunas may reduce the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Saunas may also improve lung health. Saunas may also boost your immunity.
Several health conditions such as cardiovascular, respiratory, high blood pressure, and pregnancy may contraindicate sauna use entirely. Medication interactions may also affect sauna intolerance.
As always, consult with your physician to get cleared to use saunas.
Sources:
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/sauna-benefits
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2718593/
https://www.healthline.com/health/infrared-sauna-benefits#benefits
https://www.webmd.com/balance/health-benefits-of-infrared-saunas