Enhance mental performance.Regular sauna use raises brain-derived neurotrophic factor, or BDNF, which promotes the formation of new brain cells, enhances the maintenance of existing cells, and enhances neuroplasticity, the brain’s mechanism for creating new neural connections. ...
Most recently natural health advocates have focused on their potential to help us detox.Saunas act directly on the skin. The skin is the major eliminative organ for the body, but for a variety of reasons many people’s skin may not be functioning optimally in this way....
If you're looking for a relaxing way to unwind after a long day or an intense workout, a sauna might be just what you need. Saunas have been used for centuries to promote health and well-being by promoting cardiovascular health, detoxification, and quali
There have been a few studies about sauna use for detoxifying people who had known exposure to harmful substances. These studies showed some improvement in their conditions. But people who don’t have a diagnosed condition probably won’t be detoxed by a sauna. Infrared Sauna Benefits W...
Infrared saunas are safe.They’re safer, in fact, than traditional saunas. That said, you want to ensure you don’t get dehydrated, or that you overheat. Leave if your skin becomes irritated or you get even the slightest bit dizzy. A good rule of thumb: don’t stay in for too long...
My infrared sauna has become one of my all-time favorite places to meditate. I head in there three or four days a week and meditate for 40 minutes while I detox! You gotta love multitasking when it’s actually healthy for you. Some of my deepest meditations have happened in mySunlighten...
The benefits of regular infrared sauna sessions range from weight loss to detoxing harmful chemicals to cancer and disease prevention/treatment to relieving eczema and psoriasis, arthritis and so much more. I firmly believe that every heart disease, thyroid, weight loss, cancer, diabetic, chronic ...
Reducing the Appearance of Acne Bacteria, clogged pores, and blocked sweat glands contribute to acne growth on the face and body. This can also leave unsightly scars and other blemishes if not taken care of. When the body is detoxing by sweating in a sauna, you can be assured that acne...
One of my favorite healthy pleasures is relaxing in an infrared sauna. It’s also one of the fun ways I get together with girlfriends to relax, unwind, detox and pamper ourselves.
Benefits of Eating Raw It’s wonderful to be on Day 7 of my year of eating raw. I think I’m past the initial detox phase, and I’m flowing nicely into the beneficial part of this experience. It really has been super easy to reload these habits – not really a challenge, just a ...