About this episode
“Infrared saunas are one tool that helps with 50% of the hallmarks of aging,” explains Connie Zack. Zack, Co-Founder of Sunlighten, joins us to explain the science of infrared saunas—how it works, why it’s different from traditional saunas, the profound benefits, plus: - Connie’s story (~2:25) - Mercury poisoning (~6:00) - What is infrared (~7:50) - The difference from traditional saunas (~9:15) - Heat delivery of saunas (~11:10) - Detoxification (~13:30) - Cardiovascular benefits (~16:20) - More benefits (~17:10) - Cellular health (~21:20) - Gender differences (~24:35) - The impact on women’s heart health (~27:50) - Duration, frequency, & temperature (~30:18) - Pre- & post-sauna hydration (~33:45) - The future of infrared sauna technology (~36:45) Referenced in the episode: - Follow Connie on Instagram (@conniejozack) - Check out Sunlighten ( https://www.sunlighten.com/ ) - Research by Ashley Mason, M.D., on depression & infrared ( https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/02656736.2024.2351459 ) - The Blood, Urine, Sweat study (DOI: 10.1007/s00244-010-9611-5 ) - Research on improved cardiovascular health ( https://doi.org/10.1016/S0735-1097(01)01467-X ) We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube ! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices