The Dr. Josh Axe Show

THIS is What Happens to Your Body in an Infrared Sauna

Sep 24, 2024
In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Josh Axe, a health expert specializing in infrared sauna therapy, uncovers the transformative power of infrared saunas. He highlights how regular sauna use can cut cardiovascular disease risk by 50% and even link to lower instances of dementia. Dr. Axe explains the detoxification benefits, immune system boosts, and potential for managing chronic conditions. He also shares practical tips for incorporating sauna sessions into your routine, ensuring listeners are well-equipped to harness its health benefits.
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INSIGHT

Deep Tissue Heating And Repair

  • Infrared saunas heat the body directly and the light can penetrate skin up to ~1.5–2 inches.
  • This deep penetration increases blood flow, promotes cellular repair, and reduces inflammation.
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Strong Longevity Associations

  • Frequent sauna use links to large reductions in cardiovascular death and all-cause mortality in long-term studies.
  • Men using saunas 4–7x/week had about 40–50% lower mortality and cardiovascular death risk.
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Heat-Induced Immune Boost

  • Infrared sauna therapy produces heat shock proteins and nitric oxide that support immune responses and may inhibit viral replication.
  • A single ~15-minute session can boost white blood cells and antiviral interferon release.
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