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Many of us wonder if a steam sauna also known as a traditional sauna or a steam shower will help us relax after a long day. While a steam sauna or steam shower both have numerous health benefits, each are created differently. The heat produced varies between the two and the amount of humidity created also differs. Both saunas and steam rooms can be installed in the home so, it’s a matter of...

A sauna kit is a nice addition to a residential home, to be used for relaxation, pain relief, healthcare and more.  In addition, there are countless sauna benefits for athletes well, and not just for post-workout muscle recovery. Rhonda Perciavalle-Patrick, Ph. D., explains that heightening your body temperature for short bursts, by spending some time in the sauna, may offer exaggerated...

If you’re a genuine sauna lover, and looking for a hardworking, long lasting electric sauna heater, Saunafin offers a full range of makes and models. Choosing the right electric sauna heater is a little more involved – but understanding the benefits of each model will help in deciding. Sweden's Tylö brand electric sauna heater This is a sauna heater with features...

The relaxation debate seems to come down to sauna vs. steam room. We all want a place to unwind after a long day and the sauna vs. steam room conundrum seems to stump many of us. What are the differences between the two? What are the health benefits of each? Can I put both in my house? These are questions we all have, so let’s get to the bottom of this. Sauna vs. Steam Room: Benefits and...

The purported health benefits of sauna use are numerous. Although, sweat may seem like something you’d rather do without, it’s actually great for the body. The health benefits of sauna use extend to our entire bodies According to Dr. Julian Whitaker, a respected American physician, sitting in a sauna has the same health benefits as mild exercise. By sitting in a sauna for 15...

Saunas provide numerous health benefits. They promote relaxation, allow for the perfect environment for a hot yoga session and according to a recent Finish medical study, sauna use may lower risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Memory disease and the positive effects of saunas Dementia is a progressive mental disorder where one’s mental ability will decline gradually as one ages....

Without doubt, winter in Canada can be extreme – freezing weather, greyish sky, and arctic winds to really make things uncomfortable. It’s the perfect weather for getting into a sauna, feeling cozy, and taking advantage of the many health benefits. The benefits of using a sauna in the winter go far beyond coziness and comfort. In fact, the Finns make use of their saunas to address a...

While many people have heard of the “hot sauna cold plunge” technique, the health benefits are not always fully understood. The benefits of a “hot sauna cold plunge” go way back to the Nordic cultures who originated the technique - a 20 minute sauna session, followed by a cold water dip or cool shower. Ideally the hot/cold exposure is repeated until the body is completely...