My preventitive health doctor encourages routine body detoxing as we live in a toxic world and we’re all exposed to heavy metals and toxic chemicals. He suggests using an infrared sauna at least twice a week to help with detoxification.
An infrared sauna is different to a dry sauna in that it uses the same rays which are emitted from the sun. Infrared frequencies are very long wavelengths which can penetrate deeper into the body. The infrared sauna warms the body instead of the heating the surrounding air, like traditional saunas. The deep penetration of the infrared energy allows the cells to eliminate better.
Benefits of Infrared Heat
- Purification reduces stress
- Boosts immunity
- Removes toxins
- Increases circulation
- Burns calories
- Pain and injury relief
- Beneficial for low and high blood pressure
- Skin purification
- Relaxation
- Helps balance body pH levels
I use the infrared sauna at my local yoga studio twice a week. When I was doing rehab for my ACL knee surgery, I used the infrared sauna 4 times a week once my surgeon gave me the ‘a-ok’. It really helped with my speedy recovery!
Wellness Centers in your area may have infrared saunas which you can pay per session or you can also buy your own personal sauna. Sauna models are available in a wide range of sizes (some are closet size!) and within all price ranges.
Sauna Tips
Be sure to wait at least an hour after eating before entering the sauna. Also drink lots of water before, during and after your session. Pregnant women should avoid saunas. My doctor recommends starting with short sessions to start and increase over days/weeks as your body adjusts to its tolerance level. As always, consult with your health care provider before starting any new health program.
To your health,
Kim
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Resources:
http://www.naturalnews.com/026833_toxins_oxygen_sweating.html
http://www.theqewcentre.com/