Sauna use has been proven to slow the effects of aging by exposing the body to extreme heat. Studies show that there are strong links indicating that sauna use lowers the risk of conditions that are age-related such as cognitive decline and cardiovascular disease.
One study showed that men who used the sauna 4 to 7 times a week were 50% less likely to die from cardiovascular disease. The same study also showed that men who used the sauna 2 to 3 times a week had a 65% to 66% lower risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Sauna use or heat stress affect the body physically and on a molecular and cellular level. Heat stress triggers a protective response in the body that even repairs cell damage.
For maximum health benefits, it’s recommended that you use the sauna 4 to 7 sessions per week for 20 minutes a session at a temperature of 80℃ to 90℃ which is 176℉ to 194℉.
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