Outdoor Saunas are a key part of Scandinavian culture.
Many people use them to immerse themselves in heat or simply for relaxation. But there are multiple proven benefits for your body and mind. Take Wellness explores the top 5 amazing benefits of owning an outdoor sauna for you and your family.
1. Increased Wellbeing
99% of Finnish citizens use a sauna at least once a week and primarily for relaxation. For several years Finland has been awarded the “Happiest Country in the World.” It’s been widely acknowledged that immersing yourself in Sauna heat helps to ease mild depression and refocus the mind.
2. Improved immune system
Outdoor Saunas can boost your immune system by raising the body temperature and giving you an “artificial” fever. … This enhanced immune system, combined with detox qualities as a result of increased perspiration, will increase your immune system and reduce the stress put on your bodies health.
3) Diminished Arthritis and Fibromyalgia Pain
To diminish fibromyalgia and arthritis, researchers have used a mixture of aquatic and sauna therapy to ease the pain. Additional research now shows that regular heat therapy using Infrared light or a sauna can have a very positive effect on this condition, contributing to lower levels of pain and overall higher quality of life for those affected by the disorder.
4) Look younger
IR therapy can improve not just the skin on your face, but on your whole body by stimulating collagen and elastin production. And the heat increases your heart rate, improving blood circulation. Why go for a run when you can watch the world go by in an IR cabin and have the same effect?
5) Cardiovascular Health
Harvard Medical School, report that a trip to an outdoor sauna will likely increase your pulse by 30% or more and almost twice as much blood will pump through your heart. It’s can be almost like a workout, but it doesn’t always come with a rise in blood pressure. Other studies have indicated that just two weeks of using a sauna daily can improve vascular function as a result.
Most importantly, the university notes that saunas are safe for most people—including those with certain heart issues, but recommends that people touch base with their doctors before using one if they have concerns.
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