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Sauna & Heat Exposure’s Impact on Mental & Physical Health

Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast

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The Effects of Sauna on BDNF and Inflammation

This chapter examines how sauna exposure influences hyperthermia, BDNF levels, and inflammation. It highlights the brief increase in BDNF after sauna sessions and draws parallels to exercise-induced inflammation, while discussing the potential benefits of moderate stress on the immune system.

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