Infrared Saunas: Some facts about Infrared Saunas

An Infrared sauna is a relaxing and luxurious way to energise and rejuvenate oneself. Infrared saunas are believed to have many advantages over conventional saunas and are very popular both in Europe and Asia.

Infrared saunas are more economical to install and run than conventional saunas. They work to increase the body’s temperature, instead of that of the whole sauna room. In this manner they are far more convenient and faster than conventional saunas. A major factor that contributes to the popularity of infrared saunas is that they can help in weight loss without exercise or dieting.

Infrared saunas can energise you, boosting immune functions and relieving stress effectively. They strengthen the cardio-vascular system, help maintain optimum blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and help in detoxification of the body. These saunas are also good for bronchitis, gout, prostate hypertrophy, tissue damage, yeast infections and urticaria or hives.
These saunas have also proven to be very effective with pain relief in joints and muscles, healing burns and getting rid of scar tissue.

Infrared saunas also help get rid of cellulite and are good for skin problems such as acne, eczema and psoriasis. An infrared sauna is something that one can buy and use at home. Although it may not be as exciting as a conventional sauna it is far more convenient and just as effective.

While buying an infrared sauna it is important to ensure that the quality of the heater is adequate. The surface heat should be the minimum possible (between 300° and 350° F) for the greatest sauna benefits. The smaller your heater, the longer it will retain its heat – you can also get heat controllers on your sauna to help with this. Also, the more heaters you have, the better your sauna will be.

The heater should ideally be housed in an odourless, solid wood cabinet made with non-toxic glue. Avoid cabinets made from plywood as it tends to separate in the hot, humid conditions of a sauna. Also, a plywood cabinet will release toxic formaldehyde, which is definitely not the fragrance you are looking for in your sauna!

The therapeutic qualities of infrared saunas are undeniable. However, infrared saunas do have some drawbacks. Detractors feel that infrared saunas are not as pleasant an experience as the classic saunas, with all the rituals and procedures associated with them. Also, since there is no steam in an infrared sauna, the benefit of respiratory relief is lost.

But these are just minor disadvantages, and certainly should not deter you from getting an infrared sauna if you do not suffer from respiratory problems. Thank you for reading about Infrared Saunas.

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