Infrared Sauna

FAR infrared saunas and light therapy offer support for improved metabolism and detoxification

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 17:45:00 +0000

The light frequencies on the electromagnetic spectrum just below the visible light range are called infrared. The infrared segment of the electromagnetic spectrum is divided into 3 segments of wavelength measured in microns or micrometers (a micron = 1/1,000,000 of a meter); 0.076~1.5 microns = near or close; 1.5~5.6 = middle or intermediate; 5.6~1,000 = FAR or long wave infrared. The infrared segment of the electromagnetic spectrum occurs just below red light as the next lowest energy band of light. This band of light is not visible to human eyes but can be seen by special cameras. We can, however, feel this type of light that we perceive as heat. The sun produces most of its energy output in the infrared segment of the EM spectrum.

Infrared heat provides many of the health benefits of natural sunlight without the dangerous effects of solar radiation. Infrared heat has some advantages over traditional steam heat saunas, though some people prefer a steam heat experience. Infrared heaters warm the body in the same manner as natural sunlight. FAR Infrared heat therapy uses the wavelength of the visible and non-visible light spectrum of sunlight that heats the body normally. Steam saunas raise the temperature of the air to a very high level within the chamber to warm the body. Some people can have difficulty breathing in this extremely warm air. Infrared saunas work by heating the body directly rather than by heating the air. The result is a lower power bill and deeper tissue penetration. With an infrared sauna, the body perspires and receives all of the healthy benefits but avoids the extremely hot air of a steam sauna. Thus, FAR infrared saunas are considered safe for all ages and there are only a few counter-indications for FAR infrared therapy.

FAR infrared saunas penetrate, refract, radiate and reflect light. The human body can absorb the infrared light because of its deep penetrating ability. When this penetrates through skin it transforms from light energy into heat energy. The thermal heat effect within the deep layers of tissues causes bloods vessels and capillaries to dilate, promoting improved blood circulation. Enhanced blood flow combined with heat helps clear body toxins and metabolic wastes through sweating. Benefits of this are many, as this enhances cellular energy production and benefits the immune and cardiovascular system. Healing of pain and inflammation issues is common and the detoxification process helps people recover from addictions and illnesses.

Massage therapist Jaimie Arkelian, former owner of the InfraTherapy Center in Miami, has used these treatments to help enhance her own health as well as her clients. Working with a range of people that includes professional athletes, Jaimie describes seeing exceptional results with infrared therapy. Jaimie states that upon beginning therapy with FAR infrared light "Right away the body starts to heal itself, the healing process begins. It actually helps stimulate blood in the body to the bones." Since the air is not heated and the light penetrates deeply into tissues, this therapy is typically more comfortable and less time-consuming than ordinary saunas while producing a greater cleansing effect and impact on cellular metabolism throughout the body. Those wishing to learn more about FAR infrared saunas and how they can complement massage and other therapies may contact Jaimie Arkelian by email.

Source: www.examiner.com

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A Day At The Spa With The Far Infrared Sauna

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 12:27:00 +0000

Everyone needs to relax every once in a while. This is not only a way for us to be able to take care of our bodies but as well as to properly reward it for its consistent hard work by means of allowing it to rejuvenate and recharge after a relaxing pampering treatment. In most cases, people would opt to go for a massage or a day at the spa to be able to achieve this goal. It is however possible to be done even in the comforts of one's home. To be able to treat the body to a relaxing day, one would not only be able to regain lost energy or to relax the body of the constant stress it experiences but as well as to be able to ensure the maximum health an individual can get. One item in the market nowadays is the Far Infrared Sauna.

The Far Infrared Sauna is a means for one to be able to reap the very same rewards a day at the spa can offer and a whole lot more. The greatest advantage there is in this apparatus is the fact that it is able to provide the benefits of infrared heat to the body. This kind of heat is the one which is emitted by the sun; the kind of warmth and heat we feel which is able to penetrate the skin. People can only be able to experience this when they are outdoors; though once they step in to the shade and lose direct contact to the sun's rays, an individual would no longer be able to reap the rewards of the infrared heat. Apart from the sun, the body contains natural levels of infrared of which it is able to emit in the form of body heat. The advantage of being able to bask in infrared heat is a natural form of healing; this means that one will be able to cleanse their systems and be able to heal the body of a number of ailments such as arthritis, migraine headaches and even the pesky problem of acne.

The Far Infrared Sauna is featured to be easy to assemble which is a great thing for most individuals who are not necessarily savvy in construction and yet will still be able to take advantage of the many health benefits this product has to offer. Once completed, the contraption appears to be something similar to a hand crafted cabinet which is equipped with a ceiling vent, a reversible bench seat, ergonomic and contoured back rest, a 60 watt light enclosed with a full tempered glass door and all of the components are made from non toxic hardwood which is guaranteed to be safe and could not pose any risk to one's health. It also has a soft touch control which is digital and incorporates the controls and the timers. The great advantage with the controls is the fact that these are humidity, water and heat resistant which is guaranteed to be able to withstand the elements. Not to mention that this is very much energy efficient which makes it all the more interesting. Everything is earth friendly and economical and still is able to promote the best health benefits one can get.

Source: goarticles.com | by Fred M. Newtz

Tags : far infrared sauna, infrared sauna

Sauna Will Help Heal Women's Trauma

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 13:27:00 +0000

Denise Darrell, executive director of South Fraser Women’s Services Society, was thrilled to learn her organization is the winner of the Solarus Sauna giveaway, part of the grand opening celebration of Ultimate Products for Life in White Rock last weekend.

Darrell said staff at SFWSS have been asking to have a far infrared sauna on site for clients, but they didn’t see how they could raise the $5,000 it would cost.

"We have women from all walks of life who’d never have an opportunity like this," said Darrell. "It’s the missing piece."

SFWSS has about 26,000 contacts a year, and 13,000 physical visits by women in crisis who are fleeing abusive situations or otherwise trying to rebuild their lives.

"We look at the work we do as creating healthy women - mind, body and spirit," said Darrell, adding that having a FIR sauna that promotes health will go a long way to healing trauma.

"What’s really cool is having business working with non-profit. I think that’s an ideal model."

Challamar Rayne, owner of Ultimate Products for Life, said she wants her business to continue to give back with public talks that will raise donations for charities via the White Rock/South Surrey Community Foundation.

"I’m hoping this will be a model so other businesses will sense the need," said Rayne.

"In giving, one receives. You engender such good feeling."

The two-person sauna will be delivered some time in June.

Source: www2.canada.com

Enjoy the perfect sauna bath in your own bathroom

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 12:50:00 +0000

Enjoying a sauna has always been one of the most favored activities amongst people from across the entire world. Sauna is one of the most commonly followed therapies for relaxing and removing our day’s stress. Rather than a fun and enjoyment method, it is considered to be a more health oriented therapy which helps us not just get rid from the stress, but also from the body pain, arthritic pains, respiratory problems, muscular pains, and in removing the dirt and the excretes of the skin. It naturally increases the metabolic rate which thus helps remove the waste products from within for a better health. Thus, sauna is extremely beneficial and if possible, should be followed every day. But, many people find it quite ashamed of visiting the various sauna therapy providing centers due to certain reasons. And thus, to make it easier and simpler for everyone to benefit from the sauna therapy, you can now simply install it in your own bathrooms.

In the earlier times, there were very few and restricted numbers of sauna centers in a city. But today, nearly every health and fitness center provides the sauna bathing facility. And to make it more accessible, a number of companies offer the branded sauna enclosures. Amongst all these companies, Boundary bathrooms is one of the most recognized stores which also provides the online facility to view and also order the preferred sauna system for your bathrooms. We usually stress on the various types of Bathrooms which can be easily installed in our bathrooms. We consider the installation of the bathroom suites, baths, and also the various types of bathroom furniture which can help us make our bathroom simply exotic and luxurious. But, with a steam shower and sauna system, you can not only add style and luxury, but also a health oriented system which helps you to improve your health in the various ways.

You can thus select the best and the most suitable type of steam shower and sauna system which truly makes your bathrooms exotic. You can buy the simple steam shower enclosures with advanced water level control and powerful steam generators which is ideal for a single person. You can also select the two person based steam units which is ideal for a maximum of two people. You can also install the renowned Helo bathroom sauna in your bathrooms for a better experience which allows about one to two people in it. The system is more effective than the other systems and also successfully gives you the typical sauna center like environment due to its various styles and patterns. There are also the infrared saunas available which are truly the ultimate way to relax after a tiring day at work. The system doesn’t use steam as the other traditional systems do. Thus, based on your requirements, you can select the best type of steam shower and sauna system for your bathrooms.

Source: goarticles.com | by Jessica thomson | Tags: sauna, bathroom sauna

What You Need to Know About Infrared Home Saunas

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 16:45:00 +0000

You may be surprised to find out that you don’t have to search out a gym or spa to get a fantastic sauna experience. There is a sauna you can get to have set up in your own home: an infrared home sauna.

You may be confused as to what an infrared sauna is. When most people think of a sauna they think of Finnish saunas: sitting in a hot and steamy room, sweating it out -- and while infrared saunas are hot, they are nowhere close to steamy. Infrared saunas are getting increasingly popular with those who are health conscious as they are not only more comfortable than Finnish saunas, but also reap more benefits since you can stay in them longer. These new types of saunas use infrared radiant energy to heat you up -- not the air around you. Much like the heat that light emits, infrared radiant heat only affects physical objects, such as your body, and not the air. Because of this, it’s much easier to breathe in infrared saunas for most people and they can relax for a while longer.

An infrared home sauna comes in two main varieties: Cabin and portable.

The cabin infrared sauna is, as the name suggests, modeled to look like a sort of cabin. Having one set up in your own home, you need a room that is not humid and either some or quite a bit of room, depending on the model you get. These cabin models have an elegant look to them and you can get them in just about any type of wood. The prices vary depending on size, the type of wood, and the type of heating mechanism the sauna utilizes. There are several ways to create infrared heat and different models utilize different methods.

While the cabin style sauna looks much more refined and gives a more authentic spa experience, the portable styles are much more affordable and take far less space. They are called portable for quite a good reason: You can fold them up when you’re done and put them away until the next time you want to use it. It’s sort of no-frills, but for those who want to be able to relax and detoxify in their own home on a budget, portable infrared home saunas are a sure bet. Set up as sort of a mini-tent, you are granted holes for your arms and head to stick out of the sauna.

Really a portable infrared home sauna is the ultimate in convenience because you can read or watch television while still relaxing. Whichever type you choose, you are in for an incredible experience that no one even thought was possible to have at home before.

Source: goarticles.com | by Bill Gatton | Tags: infrared home sauna, infrared sauna

Smokin' Sauna!

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 16:09:00 +0000

The Windsor Fire Department reponded to a fire at the Kiko video, Smart C and Infrared Saunas complex on Wed., April 22. Officer DC Wile said the alarm at the Water St. buisness sounded late that afternoon. Upon arrival there was heavy smoke visible. The fire was discovered once firefighters broke through a locked door at the rear of the building.

The Hantport and Brooklyn Fire Departments were on stand by for mutual aid by the fire was quickly extinguished. Nova Scotia Power was also called to the scene. Crews were dispatched to check the rest of the complex for fire extension with thermal imaging equipement. The scene was given the all clear shortly after five pm.

Source : www.novanewsnow.com
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Clearlight Infrared Saunas

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:01:00 +0000

SAN FRANCISCO - (Business Wire) Clearlight Infrared Saunas by Sauna Works (www.infraredsauna.com) will be featured on “The Doctors,” the syndicated CBS Television Show that originated from the “Dr. Phil” show. The episode, which airs April 24th, will focus on “spring cleaning” the body, and the show’s doctors lauded the health benefits and quality of the Clearlight Infrared Sauna.

Medical studies confirm that infrared saunas have healthy effects on the body, including weight loss, increased metabolism, removal of toxins, immune system boost and stress reduction.

The Clearlight Infrared Sauna heats the body directly to remove toxins and stress. The air temperature inside the sauna stays comfortable so you can breathe easily and relax. Infrared quickly penetrates the body to loosen tight muscles and relieve pain.

The Clearlight Infrared Sauna uses deep-penetrating far infrared heat from the company’s exclusive True Wave carbon-ceramic heaters. The patented heaters are tuned to emit far infrared at the optimal wave length for the body giving the maximum therapeutic benefit.

Clearlight Infrared Saunas made quite an impression on the “The Doctors.” “After the show, the doctors didn’t want to give it back and asked if they could purchase the unit,” said Andy Kaps, vice-president of Sauna Works Inc. “We decided to leave it with them in their dressing room indefinitely for their use. We want to support the doctors and the good work they are doing to help people in making wise health choices.”

Clearlight Infrared Saunas are available in one- to four-person models, are handcrafted of grade “A” clear Western Canadian cedar, and feature interior and exterior lighting, dual digital keypad control panels and a Blaupunkt AM/FM/CD player.

The sauna can be easily assembled by the customer in about an hour and plugs into a regular household outlet with no special wiring required. The Clearlight Infrared Sauna is extremely energy efficient; the average cost to run the two-person model is about 7 cents an hour!

“You come out of it feeling as though you’ve just done a 3-mile run, but without all the effort. It’s an easy way to feel better and reduce stress,” said Caroline Ryan, owner of an IS-3 model at Spa Solé in San Francisco. “You can bring in a book, listen to your favorite music or even talk on the phone and have the spa experience in your home.”

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Source: http://www.earthtimes.org
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The Sauna History And Its Health Benefits Belief

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:53:00 +0000

It has existed, in some form of another, for many years and has progressed drastically from its humble beginning of being a hole in the ground. Thanks to advanced technologies, there are easier and better ways of enjoying the warmth of a sauna. Originally, a hole was dug so that a whole tribe could fit inside, with a fire pit in the center and a roof made from anything that would cover the fire, prevent rainfall from getting in and retain the heat.

The Finnish sauna was used both as shelter and as living quarters during the cold winters. They did have fireplaces with chimneys and when hot water was poured over them it would generate intense heat. At times, in order to cope with the heat they would have to take off their clothes.

Eventually, metal stoves with metal chimney flues replaced the fireplace and they were better at maintaining a regular heat of approximately 180 degrees, but temperatures of 200 degrees was not uncommon. The Finns did not use it as a fitness sauna; they used it for the therapeutic benefits and as a way to refresh their spirit, as well as a place where the ill were taken to be cared for and as a birthing location.

The mainstream acceptance of the sauna and its many benefits has resulted in many people owning or at least using a sauna on a regular basis. There are now public saunas available in most gyms or fitness centers throughout the United States. The sauna is so important to the Finns that they have them in most of their government buildings and in the House of Parliament.

Many people feel that sauna fitness has major health benefits and the many studies that have been done appear to back up those beliefs. It has been shown that individuals who regularly make use of sauna equipment get the flu and colds ten times less than those who do not. It has been shown to make immune systems stronger by using cold, humid and hot stimulants, as it is a natural reaction for the blood vessels of the skin and muscles to expand when exposed to the heat.

Fortunately, there are many different types and styles of saunas available, making it much easier to own and enjoy the many benefits. There are even portable saunas and sauna kits to make enjoying them even easier and better.

Many people make use of an infrared sauna, which has been said to burn as much as 500 calories in 1, 30 minute infrared session. Some of the other benefits of far infrared saunas include the reduction of fatigue and stress, reduction of joint pain and stiffness, as well as an increase in blood circulation.

Source: goarticles.com | By. Mike Selvon | Tag: sauna benefits, sauna history

How You Can Benefit From Far Infrared Saunas

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 15:54:00 +0000

Most people do not consider sweating a good thing, but experts tell us that sweating does play a huge part in keeping the body healthy. Far infrared saunas are ideal when it comes to helping detoxify your body and staying healthy. When you sweat your body rids itself of waste material and unhealthy toxins, as well as helping to regulate your temperature.

Skin is an eliminative organ but normally your skin is not very active and continuous sessions in the sauna may help you to gradually restore this function. Most of the toxic cells and viruses are normally weaker than your normal cells, which mean they have very little tolerance for heat. In order to help your body recover from infections, this sauna begins by heating the tissues much more quickly.

Those of you that laud the benefits of hypothermia, also known as fever therapy, claim that it helps in the fight against cancer and helps to fight infections. The far infrared saunas improve blood circulation, oxygenate your tissues and open nasal passages to make draining the sinuses easier.

Your body naturally develops a fever when you are sick so that your metabolism may be enhanced while helping to destroy viruses. With continued sessions in the sauna, many people believe that it will remove metals and toxic chemicals from your body.

The more traditional steam saunas may be powered by gas, electric or wood heated and can be enjoyed in a spa sauna setting, a sauna jacuzzi or a home room sauna. Pre-heat the sauna to 175 to 250 degrees, which is needed in order to result in excessive sweating.

This type of intense heat is not tolerated by all people and this is especially true for older people and those who are sick. All types, from the steam sauna to the infrared sauna are excellent for ridding the body of toxins.

This particular type of sauna heats your body while the air surrounding you remains cool. Sweating begins quickly and helps to remove the unwanted chemicals and toxins that you are exposed to on a daily basis. Far infrared saunas are said to be more cleansing than a more traditional steam sauna, as the deep penetrating infrared energy allows for better elimination of toxins.

Of course, as with any type of fitness routine, there are safety guidelines. Spend no more than 30 minutes at a time in a sauna and afterwards try to lie down or sit still for about 10 minutes. For more information about far infrared, visit Promolifenews.

Source: goarticles.com | By Mike Selvon | Tag: far infrared saunas

Infrared Saunas Therapy Can Benefit You In Many Ways

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:32:00 +0000

Many believe that a steam sauna in general, and an infrared sauna in particular, offers specific benefits to certain conditions, as well as providing an overall healthy experience for the body and mind. This type of sauna uses a special light wave to penetrate and warm the body.

Therapy with infrared saunas requires regular sessions, with the ideal schedule being to use it daily; however, the first few sessions should last no more than 20 to 30 minutes, and eventually working up to 50 minute sessions. Check with your doctor prior to beginning infrared therapy to ensure that you do not have any health concerns or conditions that would prohibit sauna use.

The infrared sauna helps your body to detoxify itself, yet it tends to be underused in many people. Every day, people are exposed to different chemicals that end up being absorbed into the skin as a result of products like body lotion, laundry detergent, air pollution, deodorants and food preservatives, as well as the sun’s rays, which all leave some trace of toxic chemicals in your body.

One of the major roles of your skin is to help you get rid of excess toxins; however, it is not always capable of doing it alone. Infrared sauna therapy is used to help improve circulation by helping blood vessels to expand, which results in lowering blood pressure. Infrared saunas help your skin to do its job by inducing perspiration, thus allowing chemicals, such as nickel, copper and sodium to be carried away and purifying your body.

Poor circulation seems to be the cause of many discomforts and health problems; even severe headaches may be a result of poor circulation. Infrared sauna therapy also has ways to ensure that you benefit from healthy weight since sweating actually causes your heart rate to increase.

Naturally, when your heart rate increases you are benefiting from exercise of a cardiovascular nature and burning calories as well. In one session you can burn up to 500 calories, which is great for people who are not able to do physical activity of a strenuous nature.

People who suffer from pain related illnesses, such as arthritis and bursitis, have found that an infrared sauna session helps to relieve the pain of their illness, as well as being a good stress reliever. Many athletes state that they are rejuvenated after sessions in infrared saunas because it helps to relieve stiff joints and sore muscles, along with very relaxing results.

Source: Goarticles.com | By. Mike Selvon | Tags: Infrared Sauna Therapy

Naturopathic Medicine: Saunas Had Start in Finnish Tradition

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 15:31:00 +0000

We always look for ways to stay warm during winter. Beyond our basic survival heating needs, the sauna has historically provided an easy access to welcomed comfort. This article will appear in three parts: evolution of sauna use, therapeutic applications of the sauna, and sauna/cold-plunge benefits.

First saunas

A sauna is an ancient Finnish word referring to the traditional Finnish bath as well as to the small room or bathhouse itself, designed as a place to experience dry or wet heat sessions. The word "sauna" is also used figuratively to describe an unusually hot or humid environment. A sauna session can be a social affair in which the towel-draped participants sit or recline in temperatures of over 160 degrees F. This induces relaxation and promotes sweating.

The oldest-known saunas were pits dug in a slope in the ground and primarily used as dwellings in winter. The sauna featured a fireplace where stones were heated to a high temperature. Water was thrown over the hot stones to produce steam and to give a sensation of increased heat. This would raise the apparent temperature so high that people could take off their clothes. Another early type, the "smoke sauna," differs from present day sauna in that it was heated by burning large amounts of wood, and then letting the smoke out before enjoying the sauna heat.

Evolution

As a result of the industrial revolution, the sauna evolved to use a metal wood stove with a chimney. Air temperatures averaged around 160 to 180 degrees F, but sometimes exceeded 200 degrees in a traditional Finnish sauna. Steam vapor was created by splashing water on the heated rocks. The steam and high heat caused bathers to perspire.

The Finns also used the sauna as a place to cleanse the mind, rejuvenate and refresh the spirit and prepare the dead for burial. The sauna was (and still is) an important part of life, and families bathed together in the home sauna. Indeed, the sauna was originally meant to be a place of mystical nature where gender/sex differences did not exist. Because the sauna was often the cleanest structure and had water readily available, Finnish women also gave birth in the sauna.

When the Finns migrated to other areas of the globe they brought their sauna designs and traditions with them, introducing other cultures to the enjoyment and health benefits of saunas.

Modern saunas

Modern saunas can be divided into two basic styles: conventional saunas that warm the air or infrared saunas that warm objects. Infrared saunas may use various materials in their heating area such as charcoal, active carbon fibers and other materials. Many North American and Western European spas, public sports centers and gyms include sauna facilities. They may also be present at public and private swimming pools. This may be a separate area where swimwear may be taken off or a smaller facility in the swimming pool area where one should keep the swimwear on.

Under many circumstances, temperatures approaching and exceeding 212 degrees F would be completely intolerable. Saunas overcome this problem by controlling the humidity. The hottest Finnish saunas have relatively low humidity levels in which steam is generated by pouring water on the hot stones. This allows air temperatures that could boil water to be tolerated and even enjoyed for longer periods of time. Steam baths, where the humidity approaches 100 percent , will be set to a much lower temperature of around 104 degrees F to compensate.

The lighting in a sauna is shady, and some prefer to sit or lie in the sauna in silence, relaxing. In cold countries, sauna-goers will often run outdoors to roll around in the snow and then go back inside.

In the United States, common sauna culture is not widespread outside of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa, which are home to large populations of Finnish-Americans. Elsewhere, sauna facilities are normally provided at spas, health clubs and at hotels, but there is no tradition or ritual to their use.

Korean-American communities in the United States that have settled in urban cities such as Los Angeles still use the sauna on a weekly basis. Some saunas offer rooms that have special elements that provide different type of detoxification and/or relaxation such as salt rooms, jade rooms, clay fomentation room, charcoal rooms and various steam rooms.

By LINDA M. SIMPSON
For The Gazette

Linda M. Simpson graduated with a B.S. in business from Limestone College, Gaffney, S.C., and attended the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Ore. She is the spa director at Yellowstone Naturopathic Clinic.

Source: www.billingsgazette.net

Saunas for Superior Sleep

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 18:34:00 +0000

You’ve wisely avoided sleeping pills, but you’ve tried just about everything else to get a better night’s sleep. You’ve cut caffeine and alcohol out of your diet. You’ve been going to bed at the same time every night. You’ve stopped watching television or reading right before bedtime. You’ve made your bedroom as dark and quiet as possible. But, despite all your efforts, you’re still having trouble falling or staying asleep.

And, now, you’re so worried and worked up about not being able to sleep well that you just can’t relax.

Maybe it’s time to try soaking in a sauna before you head to bed.

The home sauna is highly regarded around the world for its amazing ability to soothe and relax the human body inside and out. The comforting heat of a home sauna works to induce healthy perspiration; relieve sore, tired muscles; assist respiratory function; benefit blood pressure; cleanse skin, and stimulate endorphins. By elevating your body temperature in a sauna just before bedtime, you compel it to normalize itself afterwards, and it is this temperature change following the sauna bath that helps to improve the quality of your sleep.

Of course, other relaxing effects of the heat bath contribute to a better night’s sleep as well. Regular sauna bathers routinely report that spending time in a hot sauna helps them empty their minds of the worries, frustrations and anxieties that may have been plaguing them prior to bathing. And by helping to relieve any existing physical pain such as headaches, joint stiffness or muscle strain, a sauna bath can effectively disarm many of the aggravations that might have served as impediments to truly restful sleep.

Home saunas are available in many sizes and styles. Whether you purchase a prefab sauna room, a do-it-yourself sauna kit, a traditional Finnish sauna, or a far infrared sauna cabin, the sauna you buy should make a positive impact on the quality of your sleep as well as your physical and mental well-being.

Pertti Olavi Jalasjaa is the Finnish-born author of “The Art of Sauna Building,” an acclaimed reference book on sauna construction. He is also the general manager of Great Saunas, which has been manufacturing and selling high-quality saunas and sauna kits to sauna enthusiasts around the world since 1974. Visit Great Saunas online at www.greatsaunas.com.

Source: ezinearticles.com | By. Pertti Olavi Jalasjaa

Infrared Sauna Use Heats Up

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 12:22:00 +0000

The days of sweating it out in a traditional sauna, rife with bacteria, moisture, and crowds of nearly naked strangers are on the wane.

Instead, gyms, clinics, and even homeowners are investing in infrared sauna boxes to promote health, detoxification, and stress reduction.

Marjorie Letourneau’s curiosity was tweaked by the infrared sauna installed in her family’s recreational condo.

"My sister-in-law pointed it out and told me it benefited her as well as a friend with severe arthritis," she says. "I was beginning to experience joint pain, so I started to do some research."

Over two months, Letourneau learned that infrared saunas work differently than the dry or steam variety.

Instead of warming the body at the skin level, then inward, the radiant, short-range infrared heat aims about an inch and a half under the skin, heating the body safely from the inside. The result still creates sweat to loosen toxins trapped in muscle and fat cells, but it works more efficiently.

"I was a massage practitioner at one point, and I have a sensitivity to looking after oneself," she says. "With all the pollution and chemicals, it was easy to convince me to try it."

While attending a home show, Letourneau ran into Jason Quiring, owner of Bodo, an online health technology store with a flagship shop in Calgary. Once Quiring answered her questions regarding quality, safety, and even manufacturers’ factory working conditions, she purchased a two-person model that she shares with her husband.

"It was giving me a sense of well-being and my joints started to feel much better after two months," she says. "I even had a better disposition according to my husband."

Quiring says Letourneau is among a growing trend of baby boomers investing in their health at home. He says most people don’t quite understand the difference between the old style sauna, and the infrared, but they do know of the benefits.

Before the company opened its doors, they conducted 16 months of testing, ripped apart various models, building their own prototypes, and investigating manufacturers worldwide. Their criteria was tough.

They checked 18 plants for quality, non-toxic materials, warranty, safety and effectiveness of the heating system, and how the employees are treated and compensated. Only one, Goldenwave of Taiwan, passed all tests.

Quiring says many people who receive infrared therapy or purchase a booth say that the heat is easier to deal with.

"Many people can’t stay in a regular sauna very long because they’re so hot," he says." The infrared type can become quite addictive because they work and you don’t feel uncomfortable."

Marnie Wachtler, a naturopathic doctor and owner of Gaia Health Clinic in Calgary, recommends infrared sauna treatments for various ailments.

"It’s really important for adjunctive therapy for medically necessary ailments including cancer," she says, noting cancer cells can’t handle radiant heat. "It can also give relief to certain chronic conditions."

There are some precautions though. Pregnant women and small children are cautioned to avoid the sauna, period. Those who take diuretic medications may also have difficulty maintaining hydration and patients who experience neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis, should also refrain from the treatment.

"Many will simply use it for detox and a feeling of overall wellness," she says. "Since the sauna isn’t overly hot, you don’t have that exhausted feeling. It’s more rejuvenating."

Wachtler prescribed her patient "Colleen," a fortysomething professional, to jump in the sauna regularly before and after her breast cancer surgery last August. Colleen says it was helpful in more ways than one.

"I had to do what I could to make myself as healthy as possible and prepare for surgery," she says. "I used the sauna about six weeks to detox and build my immune system. It also helped against the effects of the anesthesia."

It also helped her attitude, despite the lack of control over her body in a diseased state.

"Mentally it helped," says Colleen, who is now in remission and getting back to a daily work schedule. "It gave me strength in preparing for every step. It gives you control over something --your well-being."

For more information about infrared sauna treatments for health prevention, contact Marnie Wachtler in Calgary at 403-475-2120 or www.gaiahealthcare.com. Bodo is located online at www. at www.bodo.ca and at 1207 11th Avenue S. W., Calgary, 403-265-2636.

Infrared Sauna Facts :

Infrared saunas use a safe electromagnetic radiation to create an invisible wave of energy, then converting heat to cells inside the body up to a depth of three inches, instead of simply heating the air.

Infrared is touted to be more effective, promoting sweat, which flushes out toxins, although some researchers dismiss this claim.

The temperature of an infrared sauna is lower than a traditional sauna, which makes it easier for some to remain in the heat longer.

If purchasing a sauna, check for quality and off gassing of the wood material, potential for buckling, as well as any toxic materials used for components.

Make sure the infrared heating plates are well positioned to not come in contact with skin.

If your skin is sensitive to heat, consider turning the heat level down.

Those with pre-existing health conditions should consult a physician before trying a demonstration.

Source: www.canada.com | Tags: infrared sauna

Infrared Sauna Kit

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 01:30:00 +0000

With the increase in demand of people building their own sauna, there has also been an increase in products for you to do it yourself much easier. An infrared sauna kit will contain all of the necessary pieces to put together your very own sauna all by yourself. These kits are designed for your home and are generally easy to install, and will have instructions to help.

If you are worried that you are totally not the handy type of person, don’t be because there are alterative methods for you to do this yourself and still save money. Instead of purchasing an infrared sauna kit, instead you can buy a pre-built sauna. These are already build for you, so you will be limited in the size of space that you will need to put it in.

Infrared sauna kits will cost you much less then the pre-built and tons more than a custom sauna. These kits are available in any size, so you should first figure out where you are going to put your infrared sauna and measure the space. If your space is oddly shaped then you can always order a custom-made sauna kit. There are many different factors to consider when you are trying to figure out the perfect size sauna for your home, such as a plan and proper measurements. This will help to minimize some of the problems that can occur. Planning is the most important aspect of building anything especially when there is plumbing and electricity to take into consideration.

You don’t want to build your infrared sauna in an area that you are going to have to run pipes across your house and the same goes for the electrical wires. This will be a big job that can cost a pretty penny that you don’t want to have to spend. Since you will be already having an electrician install the necessary wires you should consider having a surround system installed in your sauna, it’s a nice extra feature.

The benefits of have an infrared sauna in your own home is great. It will help after those long hard days of stressful work, you can come home and spend an 40 minutes in there listening to some music and relaxing your muscles. Nothing beats this at all. If you are suffering from permanent pain, such as herniated discs or arthritis then you will benefit greatly from having an infrared sauna in your own backyard or where ever you choose to put it.

Source: www.saunabenefitstips.com | Tags: infrared sauna kit, infrared sauna

American Infrared Sauna

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 02:20:00 +0000

Infrared saunas uses heat waves, it is just like the sun’s heat, minus the harmful damage it can do to your skin. These infrared saunas do not use any coals like many of the other saunas. However it does use infrared radiator heaters. These special heaters, are called infrared radiation. This type of heat will increase your skins temperature much faster than other types of heat saunas, because it heats your skin rather than heating the air. What’s so great about this is your body will quickly begin sweating much faster. American infrared saunas are said to produce infrared saunas that will produce much more infrared heat than most on the market.

Infrared saunas are great if you want to detoxify your cellular level, increase your circulation and blood flow, boost your immune system, and/or increase your energy level. Using the infrared saunas have so many benefits to your health and can help with a many different types of illnesses. The way this works is through the vibrations in the water throughout your body due to the infrared radiation. There are many harmful toxins that your body collects on a daily basis such as carbon dioxide, sulphur dioxide, and many metal substances, and each of them prevent your blood to circulate properly which causes you to get sick. This vibration will remove toxins in your body and it’s these toxins that are the main reason for many health problems.

American infrared sauna corporation has been known to produce saunas that are safely better then any other sauna on the market, because of the wavelength that is much better. This wavelength will help your body to absorb more of the infrared heat faster without the need for the heat to get so hot. This is due to the design of the American infrared sauna. American Infrared Sauna Corporation has patented this design so you will not find it in any other company.

Choosing to use a sauna is something that everyone in your household will benefit, but choosing an American infrared sauna will offer you a much better experience. A sauna in your home will simply plug right into a normal 120 volt current that is in your home, and if you choose the right one then you will have no problem assembling it in only a few minutes. I suggest that if you do purchase a sauna that you install a stereo system inside or outside of the sauna, it will help to relax you much more.

Source: www.saunabenefitstips.com | Tags: infrared sauna

Get Yourself A Infrared Sauna Kit

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 02:11:00 +0000

There are various sauna benefits that a individual can receive. At some time in your life you will in all likelihood use a sauna at least once. It is usually a room filled with dry heat for the purpose of sweating and rest. Most people enjoy using this type of facility after they have been working out or half just spent some time in the hot tub.

There are lots of places where you can find this type of facility, flats, hotels and health clubs. Some individuals enjoy the feeling of these types of hot rooms. Yet, the sauna benefits are much more than just the rest feeling a person may receive.

Some person’s believe that dry heat can aid with all types of ailments. Back in the good old days, individuals used to use a pan of boiling water to clean the dirt from their skin. The same concept applies to saunas as well. It is believed to clear the sinuses, the pores and relieve an person of head aches.

Some individuals think that they can also lose weight by using a sauna and then having a dip in the swimming pool. Using these dry rooms and help remove the stresses of the day by relaxing our minds. Some individuals think that using a sauna can release stress the same way that a rigorous exercise those.

Using a sauna can give an person lots of different benefits. If you decide to use this type of dry heat bath then you need to be careful. If you ever feel disorientated or ill then you should leave the sauna straightaway. Using a sauna can be a very good social pastime, you’ll meet lots of different individuals and make lots of friends. There are lots of benefits to be had by using a sauna.

Source: goarticles.com | by. Paul Abbey | Tags: infrared sauna, sauna benefits, sauna

Oprah and Infrared Saunas

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 01:17:00 +0000

Even when a star like Oprah promotes Infrared Sauna therapy, you still need to find out for yourself, which company will deliver the best price, best product and service.

When people think of sauna dealers or retailers, they think of big showrooms or perhaps trade shows with tons of units on display. But rarely, if ever, do people think of online dealers. Saunas are thought to be such big, bulky things that surely you can’t order one online and have it delivered to you, can you? Well the answer to that is - yes! You can indeed order and even customize a sauna kit online and have it delivered to your door. All you need to do is the assembling. It is Easy

So with ordering one being so easy these days, the next question is usually how do you find reputable sauna retailers online? No matter what you are looking for online, you are sure to find a wealth of information and a ton of places to buy. It can actually be quite overwhelming. A simple Google search for ’sauna dealers’ will net you hundreds of thousands of results. Do you have the time to go through nearly a quarter of a million web pages to find the right one? Didn’t think so- neither does anyone else.

The first important thing when trying to find reputable sauna dealers is that you should expect the same level of service online as you would find in a regular retail store or expo show. The website should be well organized, comprehensive, and show clear pictures of all of the available units, with full descriptions. There should be a phone number that you can call to ask questions...if there is no number on a site, that should be an immediate red flag. This holds true for sauna retailers and those selling any products online. If you can’t call the company, don’t order...

Read the company history, find out how long they have been in business, and see if the sauna dealer is proud of their work or if it sounds like they are just trying to make a little money. Spend a few minutes looking around the website to learn more about the company and its products. If something doesn’t seem right, the site is full of errors, or you feel the information is lacking, move on. You don’t want to spend thousands of dollars on a sauna and be disappointed.

So now that you know what to expect and look for in online sauna dealers, what’s a good place to start? Your best bet is to start with companies that have been around for a while, and have a strong reputation in the industry. One such company is LuxSauna, which has spectacular periodic sales where you can take up to 60% off of the price of your sauna. The employees, should you need to contact them, are well-trained and friendly, something you don’t always find online. And all of their saunas come with a 100% money-back guarantee - even some offline sauna retailers don’t offer that kind of guarantee.

Source: goarticles.com | by. Tom Davis | Tags: Infrared Sauna, saunas

Buying Tips of Portable Infrared Sauna

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 13:24:00 +0000

A portable infrared sauna is a self-contained unit that generates heat to induce perspiration. Unlike a conventional sauna that uses steam to create a hot environment, a portable infrared sauna uses far infrared waves to transmit heat to the skin. Portable infrared sauna is available mainly in two different types. One can be used lying down and the other one involves sitting on a chair. However, the one that requires to be used sitting down would consume less space when installed.

When you decided that you want an portable infrared sauna and have no obstacles to buy it, the main challenge is to choose a right sauna model. Most probably you already have some vision of a sauna you want, and you need to find a real sauna that matches your vision.

Five tips for buying Portable Infrared Sauna :

Available model: check the available models and compare features - make sure the features that you want are available on the model you select.

Brand and Package: Find the portable infrared suana that comes with a complete package. Also see if you are offered the option of an extended warrantee. This can be very beneficial as buying a sauna of any kind is a very expensive purchase and if something should happen you will want the repairs covered as long as you possibly can.

Price comparison: We should compare the prices of the portable infrared sauna. Portable infrared sauna are an expensive purchase and if you buy one and then see a sauna of comparably size and feature, for a considerably less amount of money; you will regret the lack of checking.

Ventilation: We should choose a portable infrared sauna that allows accessibility to fresh air through a transom or another ventilation system.

Controller: We should choose a portable infrared sauna with a digital master controller unit. This is important in order to us for easy operations.

Source: goarticles.com | by. Adi Putra | Tags: portable infrared sauna, infrared sauna

Enjoy A Portable Sauna For Less

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 17:27:00 +0000

Many people love the idea of sitting in a sauna and letting the heat drain away their tiredness and rejuvenate their body. However, it’s not always convenient or affordable to visit a facility that offers this experience. Therefore, more and more people are choosing to install a portable sauna in their home. So they can experience the health benefits and relaxation without emptying their wallets. Portable saunas are considerably less expensive than installing a permanent unit.

There are actually several different kinds of portable sauna. The first, which is completely portable, is a folding cabinet type of unit. The walls are made from a flexible material that’s similar to a tent with insulation. It doesn’t require any special plumbing or hardwired electrical connections. Just plug it into a normal wall socket. You sit on a chair that’s designed to collapse easily when you’re finished. There are special openings that allow your hands and head to stick out from the unit. When you’re finished, you fold it up into a small box-like unit.

Some kinds of portable saunas are dome shaped or resemble a blanket or bag. You lie down and enclose yourself in either a stiff plastic dome or a special sauna blanket. Your whole body is covered except for your head. It’s a snap to put them away after you’re finished your session. One of the negatives, however, is that you can’t move your arms around while you’re getting the benefits of the procedure.

Then there are the pre-built portable saunas. Although they’re called portable, they’re not designed to be stored away when not in use. Their heat source, called far infrared, is somewhat unusual. It’s unique because it only heats up objects and people, and not the air. Usually they have a set of controls so you can fine tune the temperature or time your session.

As soon as it’s plugged in, the special panels inside begin to produce heat. It might seem hazardous to be sitting so near to a heating source, but it’s really perfectly safe. The panels never get hot, just warm. And infrared heat is most effective when it’s used in close proximity.

There are some disadvantages to a portable home sauna. The saunas that are really portable just can’t produce the level of a heat that a regular sauna can. Because their walls are so thin, there isn’t enough insulation to prevent some heat from escaping. A pre-built sauna does better at providing higher heat levels. But there are those who find the narrow enclosure to be uncomfortably confining. However, portables are a great choice for those who aren’t up for the cost and effort of putting in a permanent model.

Source: goarticles.com | By. Greg Holmes | Tags: portable sauna, infrared sauna

Indoor Sauna Rooms - The Inside Scoop

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 11:49:00 +0000

Thanks to the many different types of home saunas now on the market, almost any residence can accommodate the addition of one of these therapeutic marvels. Portable saunas are often popular choices for people who live in smaller quarters such as apartments or condominiums, while outdoor saunas can be ideal for homeowners whose properties include backyards.

If, however, you prefer permanent to portable and your dream is to incorporate a sauna into the private confines of your own cozy little home, don’t rule out an indoor sauna just because you think you haven’t enough space. With the help of the right sauna specialist, you can find the perfect indoor sauna for your surroundings.

Typically, many homeowners first examine their basements, bathrooms and sometimes even bedrooms as potential locations for an indoor sauna installation. Oftentimes, drainage or other existing outfitting can help sway homeowners to lean more towards a bathroom or basement sauna than to a bedroom sauna, however. As with most home renovations, cost savings can be a vital factor in the decision-making process.

For some homeowners, the presence of an unused or underutilized room can make the choice easier. Given the proper attention, this room can then rather quickly and almost magically become the favorite room in the house - the sauna room. Of course, no matter where a home sauna is specifically located, that is exactly where the resident sauna bather wants to be when it comes time to relax and unwind.

Indoor saunas certainly offer some obvious advantages over outdoor saunas. For example, you never have to face rain, snow, cold or darkness to access your indoor sauna. You don’t have to worry about other people in your neighborhood seeing you enter or exit your indoor sauna in your bathrobe, swimsuit or towel. And if crimes such as vandalism or assault are issues of concern in your community, then you and your sauna are both that much safer indoors.

For more information on indoor saunas, including the differences between traditional Finnish saunas and far infrared saunas, contact a qualified residential sauna manufacturer or retailer.

Pertti Olavi Jalasjaa is the Finnish-born author of “The Art of Sauna Building,” an acclaimed reference book on sauna construction. He is also the general manager of Great Saunas, which has been manufacturing and selling high-quality saunas and sauna kits to sauna enthusiasts around the world since 1974.

Source: EzineArticles.Com | By. Pertti Olavi Jalasjaa | Tags: Indoor Sauna, Outdoor Sauna, Infrared Saunas

Infrared vs. High Heat

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 13:05:00 +0000

Manufacturers Claim the Major Advantages of Far Infrared Saunas Over Conventional Saunas Are :

Far infrared saunas operate at temperatures of 100 degrees F to 130 degrees F. Conventional saunas operate at temperatures of 180 degrees F to 220 degrees F, temperatures are not as well tolerated.

Far infrared is claimed to heat tissue three times as much as conventional saunas.

Far infrared’s resonant absorption causes more toxins expelled through the kidney, liver, and hair.

Far infrared saunas are safer as there are no hot surfaces or high temperatures.

Far infrared saunas are portable and easy to assemble.

Far infrared saunas’ lower temperatures do not dry out the mucous membranes like conventional saunas.

Infrared energy requires 90% less electrical energy (thus a lower electrical bill).

Less than 20% of the infrared energy heats the air, leaving 80% available to be directly converted to heat within the body.

Warms the user to a much greater depth (up to three inches) and more efficiently than the conventional sauna.

Induces 2-3 times the sweat volume as conventional saunas, increasing many of the health benefits, including detoxification, cardiovascular conditioning, and calorie burning.

The lower heat ranges may be safer for those with cardiovascular risks.

The air is more pleasant and easier to breathe, making the sauna more comfortable to use. Many models pump in fresh air.

Warm up only takes 5-10 minutes compared to 30-90 minutes for conventional saunas.

Uses no water, thus no plumbing costs, bacterial growth, or cleanup.

Source : altmed.creighton.edu | Tags : far infrared saunas, convensional saunas

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How Does An Infrared Sauna Work?

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:32:00 +0000

What is the theory behind these saunas?

This theory is supported by those who use and sell this product. The following are their claims, which are not to this date proven or supported by scientific method.

Far infrared sauna therapy is said to duplicate the healthy frequencies of our own cells. The tissues are purported to selectively absorb these rays as the water in the cell reacts in a process called “resonant absorption”.

This resonant absorption is said to occur when the frequency of the far infrared matches the frequency of the water in the cell. This causes toxins from the cells to be put out into the blood stream and excreted in sweat, feces, and urine.

Proponents of this therapy state that our tissues which are undergoing the healing process may need a boost of infrared to ensure the fullest healing response.

Far infrared is claimed to penetrate the body’s tissues to a depth of 1.5 to 3 inches.

Due to the supposed deep penetration of infrared rays, a heating effect is observed deep in the muscular tissues and even into the internal organs.

This “deep heating,” along with sweating, is thought to be responsible for the healing effects and the other health benefits associated with these infrared rays.

Source : altmed.creighton.edu | Tags: saunas, far infrared sauna

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3 Tips to Buying the Right Portable Sauna

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:00:00 +0000

But how can you know that you are ending up with a Portable Infrared Sauna that you really want? Glad you asked. There are three tips to buying the best Portable Infrared Sauna for the money you have available for your purchase.

Three Tips for Buying Portable Infrared Saunas :

Check the available models and compare features-Make sure the features that you want are available on the model you select.

Check the brands available and find the one that has a complete package. The sauna, installation, and a warranty. Also see if you are offered the option of an extended warrantee. This can be very beneficial as buying a sauna of any kind is a very expensive purchase and if something should happen you will want the repairs covered as long as you possibly can.

Shop around. Do not simply see the type of sauna that you want and buy it without comparing the price. Saunas are an expensive purchase and if you buy one and then see a sauna of comparably size and feature, for a considerably less amount of money; you will regret the lack of checking.

If you follow these three simple little tips, you can make your relaxing sauna purchase a pleasure instead of a torture. It does not have to be an unpleasant experience for you to purchase yourself a new Portable Infrared Sauna. After all, you are buying it so you can relax so why should the purchase make you tense. Stay healthy no matter where you are with your own personal portable infrared sauna!

By Steve Studen | Tags : portable infrared sauna, portable sauna

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Infrared Sauna Tips - Size Does Matter

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:42:00 +0000

Infrared saunas have many health benefits and buying an infrared sauna is quite simple; however it is important to keep a few things in mind. The infrared heater is perhaps the most important part of the whole kit. The quality of the infrared heater determines the quality of the sauna. The heater is the engine behind the sauna and as a consequence it determines the performance.

Here are a few points to be remembered while buying an infrared heater :

Surface heat : The surface heat of the infrared heater should be as low as it can be. This is because lower the surface heat, higher the far infrared. Far infrared is the main ingredient in the infrared heater since that is more relaxing and rejuvenating.

Size is important : It’s easy to understand that a bigger infrared heater means a better infrared production. The bigger heater has bigger surface area. The bigger the surface area, lesser the infrared heat and more far infrared production. Hence buy a big heater to get the maximum benefits of the infrared sauna.

Apart from these points, it’s important to look for a heater that does not shut itself off when it reaches the desired temperature, rather it lowers the voltage. You also need to find cabinets made of solid wood and groove.

Infrared saunas are a great investment in terms of health. These types of saunas can cure your medical problems and also provide the therapeutic effects of the infrared rays without the accompanying ultra violet rays.

By Benjamin Wise | Tags: Infrared Saunas, Infrared Heater

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Infrared Sauna Health Benefits Reviewed

feri.madao@gmail.com (Feri) — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 13:16:00 +0000

Saunas have been proven to produce many health benefits on the human body. Because of the enormous heat that is produced, saunas really help to promote good blood circulation throughout the body. Saunas also help to cleanse the body and the skin through extensive sweating, and has been shown to relax and sooth your muscles as well. Commonly found in 5 star hotels and fitness centers, saunas have now found their way into the retail market and are now popular in many homes. This is largely due to all the advancement that has taken place in the industry making the infrared sauna energy efficient enough to consumer use.

Infrared saunas function by warming the air, and your body, with the help of infrared rays. The best thing is that these rays actually consume less energy than conventional saunas; because the rays heat your body up from the inside as well, the high temperatures that are required in traditional saunas do not have to be achieved in infrared saunas. These saunas can be utilized, and maintained, thus increasing your cost effectiveness. There are namely three different types of saunas that are available in the market today: the infrared lamp saunas, the far infrared saunas, and the conventional saunas. Each of these three types of saunas come with their own advantages and disadvantages.

Infrared lamp saunas are the most well known residential use saunas on the market place today. These saunas heat up the space by using incandescent infrared heat lamps; also, in addition to the rays used to heat up the room, the infrared lamp saunas emit lights that can help with some types of short term depression. The far infrared saunas work much like the infrared lamp saunas, but these saunas use ceramic or metallic substances to emit infrared lights that are in the far infrared chain of products. Conventional saunas are most often used by sports departments; these saunas use wood, electricity, or gas as a as a medium of heating up; conventional saunas also employ heated rocks that can be used to belch out steam.

While conventional saunas are known for their health advantages, the same health benefits can be realized using infrared saunas while resources like money and energy are conserved. As a consumer, it is essential that you do your homework. When you’re shopping for infrared saunas, don’t focus all your attention on the prices. You must realize that each type of sauna has its own pluses and minuses. So just take a deep breath, and use us as a resource to get you starting off on the right foot.

By Saji Nase | Tags : Saunas, Infrared Sauna