Naturally Nourished Episode 431: Harnessing the Healing Power of Light with Infrared with Connie Zack of Sunlighten Sauna
Have you ever wondered how infrared saunas can support longevity, detoxification, and overall wellness? In this episode, we explore the science behind infrared therapy with special guest Connie Zack, co-founder of Sunlighten Sauna, the world leader in infrared sauna and light therapy. Tune in to learn how sweating can facilitate detox, why infrared is superior to traditional sauna, and how red light therapy can enhance healing. We’ll also break down the latest research on sauna use for cardiovascular health, weight management, and more!
Connie shares her personal journey of discovering infrared therapy after witnessing her brother’s health transformation, which inspired her and her husband to leave their pharmaceutical careers and pioneer the Sunlighten brand. We dive into the differences between near, mid, far infrared, and red light, how to incorporate sauna into your wellness routine, and what to consider when choosing a low-tox sauna. Plus, we address EMF concerns, discuss how infrared can be safe for children, and highlight groundbreaking studies on sauna’s impact on heart health, detoxification, and metabolism.
More about Connie & Sunlighten Sauna:
Connie Zack, co-founder of Sunlighten, the world leader in infrared sauna and light therapy, was inspired by her brother's health transformation through infrared sauna use. She and her husband, Aaron, left successful pharmaceutical careers to found Sunlighten 25 years ago, revolutionizing the infrared sauna industry with research-backed innovations and global education on its benefits. A trailblazer in light therapy, Connie's passion for holistic health drives her commitment to nutrition, exercise, mindfulness, and infrared therapy, sharing light, hope, and expertise on how infrared impacts a healthy lifespan.
Also in this episode:
- Connie’s Story
- What is Light Energy?
- What is sweating so important?
- Frequency and how to start
- Infrared vs. traditional sauna
- Near, Far, Mid and Red Light
- Luminir Wand
- Red Light Panel
- Research highlights on sauna
- Sunlighten Studies
- Cardiovascular Health
- Detox Studies
- Weight Loss
- Behaviour Modification in Weight Management: The Transtheoretical Mode of Change and the Motivational Interviewing
- Biological effects and medical applications of infrared radiation
- How Sunlighten Saunas use low tox materials
- EMF concerns
- Use for kids
- 1 minute per year of age
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