Beyond the sauna’s incredible relaxation effect (it’s been shown that endorphin levels increase after a sauna session) it’s proven to be beneficial for musculoskeletal ailments, heavy metal detoxification, increased blood flow, and boosting the immune system’s cell activity.
They’re believed to have a parasympathetic healing effect, which means they help the body handle stress better — an attribute that could mean one day they’re used for handling all types of diseases from insomnia and depression to hormonal imbalances and autoimmune disorders.
“After the infrared sauna session, I felt less chills and my immune system felt stronger for the next day.”
“I feel revived, upbeat and confident thanks to the extra boost it gave my complexion.”
“I find they help soothe worked out muscles, improve radiance of my skin and leave you with an overall feeling of wellness.”
“I have a little infrared sauna at my house that’s amazing. I try to do it three times a week—it’s a huge detoxifier and definitely a beauty trick.”
“It’s the ultimate me-time activity, almost meditative in that once you enter your little booth, the outside world simply ceases to exist.“
“What a great way to connect and re-energize your mind and body.“
Unlike ultraviolet light – which has damaging effects upon the tissues and cells of the body – infrared light helps cells regenerate or repair themselves.
A sweat-inducing infrared session can help rally your body’s natural immune defenses. Sauna time will raise the body’s core temperature by 2 or 3 degrees and rev up white blood cell production. With more white blood cells on the march to fight for you, your body will be a considerably less appealing place for viral invaders to set up shop.
