• Infrared sauna usage offers health benefits similar to exercise, including improved cardiovascular health, endurance, and sports performance by raising body temperature and muscle temperature

• Heat shock proteins (HSPs) are activated during sauna use, helping to maintain proper protein folding and function, which is crucial for cellular health and disease prevention

• Far infrared saunas are recommended over near infrared for therapeutic benefits. Ideal temperatures range from 120-140°F, with gradual increases as users acclimate

• Regular use of sauna aids in detoxification through sweating, helping remove toxins like microplastics and xenoestrogens. It's best to use a personal, low-EMF sauna for optimal results

• Sauna use should complement a healthy lifestyle. Start with 20-minute sessions at 120°F, use every 3-4 days once acclimated, and don't overdo it with excessive frequency

 

 

There are multiple benefits that come with this heat acclimation. For instance, research published in the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports explains:

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"Heat acclimation induces physiological adaptations that improve thermoregulation, attenuate physiological strain, reduce the risk of serious heat illness, and improve aerobic performance in warm-hot environments and potentially in temperate environments.

The adaptations include improved sweating, improved skin blood flow, lowered body temperatures, reduced cardiovascular strain, improved fluid balance, altered metabolism, and enhanced cellular protection."