WHY SAUNA
“A sauna is a very simple thing. The simpler it is the more likely you are to enjoy it and the better it will be for you.”
Caskie Stinnett
SWEAT HEALS
Humans have used sweat bathing for centuries to cure a myriad of ailments. Today, thanks to evidence-based research, we know that the universal healing nature of sweat has tangible and measurable benefits. The basic mechanism is simple. When you experience extreme heat, your core body temperature rises. In response, your body releases heat shock proteins (HSPs) and pushes 20-30% of your blood volume out into your extremities.
The first response, HSP production, creates a cascade of responses that create long term health benefits when produced regularly. The production of HSPs leads to increased heart rate and metabolism, leading to weight loss. It improves your vascular elasticity, which leads to a healthier heart and circulatory system.
The redirection of blood flow (also called shunting) is the other primary physical response to heat. This process is a mechanical one. It happens when the HSPs circulate through your system and cause the blood vessels in your muscles and skin to open up. This shunting increases circulation in your smallest blood vessels by up to 200%. it is this process that facilitates cellular flushing and faster recovery.
