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The Science & Health Benefits of Deliberate Heat Exposure

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Sauna Protocols

  • Maximize growth hormone increases by limiting sauna use to once a week, splitting it into multiple sessions.
  • For cardiovascular and longevity benefits, aim for three to seven sauna sessions per week.
  • For general health benefits, about one hour per week, divided into three sessions, is optimal, maintaining a temperature range of 80 to 100 degrees Celsius.
  • Enhance mental health by getting slightly uncomfortable in the heat to increase dynorphin levels.
  • For better sleep, use the sauna in the later part of the day, unless you already sleep well.
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