Far infrared saunas have been gaining popularity in recent years as a therapy for improving overall health and well-being. Unlike traditional saunas that use heat to warm the air, far infrared saunas use infrared lamps to emit infrared radiant heat that is absorbed directly into the body.
One of the main benefits of far infrared saunas is their ability to promote detoxification. As you sweat, your body releases toxins and heavy metals that have built up over time. A study published in the Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medicine found that far infrared sauna use was associated with sweat release of bisphenol A (BPA), a toxin found in many consumer products that has been linked to health issues.1
Far infrared saunas may also help relieve:
Pain
Stiffness
Increases blood circulation
Relaxes muscles
The infrared heat penetrates deep into muscle tissue, providing relief for issues like:
Arthritis
Fibromyalgia
Muscle tension
Spasms.2
A review in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice concluded that infrared saunas show positive effects on chronic health conditions.3
Additionally, far infrared saunas have been shown to benefit cardiovascular health by causing blood vessel dilation and increasing heart rate similar to exercise. Studies have found an association between sauna bathing and a reduced risk of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular issues.4
Infrared saunas also:
Burn calories
Improve skin health
Reduce stress levels
Overall, far infrared saunas offer a range of potential therapeutic benefits through their ability to induce a deep, detoxifying sweat.
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Sources:
Genuis, S. J., Beesoon, S., Birkholz, D., & Lobo, R. A. (2013). Human excretion of bisphenol A: Blood, urine, and sweat (BUS) study. Journal of Environmental and Public Health, 2013, 185731.
Matsushita, K., Masuda, A., & Tei, C. (2008). Efficacy of Waon therapy for fibromyalgia. Internal Medicine, 47(16), 1473–1476.
Hussain, J., & Cohen, M. (2018). Clinical effects of regular dry sauna bathing: A systematic review. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2018, 1857413.
Laukkanen, T., Khan, H., Zaccardi, F., & Laukkanen, J. A. (2015). Association between sauna bathing and fatal cardiovascular and all-cause mortality events. JAMA Internal Medicine, 175(4), 542–548.
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