About this episode
If you’re hella confused about how to use saunas and heat therapy, this episode is for you! We discuss the different types of saunas, including infrared saunas vs traditional saunas, and cover the science, benefits, how-tos, and common myths! Who’s ready to get sweaty? Timestamps: [6:53] Welcome Connie Zack [8:49] What is the difference between traditional/steam saunas and infrared saunas? [15:25] How exactly do saunas work and what are heat shock proteins? [23:29] What are the differences between the different types of infrared lights? [41:39] Are infrared sauna sessions ok if you have high cortisol and stress or do they stress the body more? [58:40] How long and how hot do I have to sit in the sauna to gain the benefits? [1:06:10] How often should I use the sauna to get the benefits? [1:07:35] What should I wear in the sauna and should I be removing makeup first? [1:13:35] How do I get a sauna affordably and what if I'm limited on space? [1:16:54] Do the benefits outweigh the potential EMF exposure? [1:17:56] Are infrared saunas better than traditional saunas and am I getting all of the same benefits? Episode Links: Get Sunlighten here or on the form under “How did you hear about us? / Promo Code”, enter code COCONUTS for up to $600 off. Sponsors: Go to diviofficial.com/wellfed or enter code WELLFED at checkout for 20% your first order. Go to getkion.com/wellfed to get 10% off your order and 20% off subscriptions. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellfed and use code WELLFED to get a free 8-pack with any drink mix purchase. Go to http://mdlogichealth.com/wfcolostrum , and use coupon code WFC15 for 15% off. You can also use code WELLFED for 10% off site wide on all MD Logic Products.