Infrared heat is light produced by the sun. This is the heat you feel on your skin when you stand in the sun. Infrared energy is also given off as body heat. Infrared energy is measured in wavelengths as microns. The human body can best absorb infrared energy in the 3 to 50 micron range with the best absorption occurring at 9.4 microns. FIR saunas emit heat in the 7 to 14 micron range with a peak of 9.4 microns, the same as the human body, making it easier to absorb. Easier absorption means means that infrared heat penetrates deeper into body tissues than traditional hot air saunas.
If you’re trying to decide whether to get a conventional sauna or a Far Infrared Sauna, keep in mind that infrared sauna’s may induce up to 2 to 3 times the sweat volume of a traditional hot air sauna. A FIR sauna also operates at a cooler air temperature range. The lower temperature range is safer for people concerned about cardiovascular risks.
FIR Saunas Can Prevent Cold and Flu
Sitting in an infrared sauna can prevent colds and flu. Radiant heat therapy should start at the first sign of a cold or flu. FIR sauna sessions can boost the immune system and decrease reproduction of viruses and bacteria. Scientific data shows that people who use saunas get flu and colds 10 times less than the average person. When you are sitting in a FIR sauna, you’re basically undergoing sweat therapy. Sweating in a FIR sauna is excellent therapy for overall purification and balancing. Sweating in FIR sauna’s can be combined effectively with other cleansing therapies such as fasting and exercise. Some health experts believe that sauna, exercise, and a megavitamin program are the only effective methods of detoxification of stored pesticides in the body.
FIR Saunas Can Beautify and Improve Your Skin
FIR sauna heat induces perspiration which purges clogged pores of impurities and dead skin cells resulting in radiant glowing skin. Heat therapy will increase blood circulation which helps to relieve acne, eczema, psoriasis, and burns. It will also induce the healing of lesions and minor cuts.
