There are actually lots of sauna detox benefits that you see (and many that you don't - but your body does!). Everyone's experience is different depending on their state of health, their diet, how often they use their sauna, how toxic they are, etc.
However there are several general detox benefits I've found with regular sauna use. This article will lay out 4 main benefits of detoxing with a sauna so you can decide if it's right for you.
1) Weight Loss - When our bodies are overly burdened with toxins, it can slow the metabolism and make it hard to lose weight.
Many experts even say that our bodies shove toxins into our fat cells to protect them from our vital organs. This means your body doesn't WANT to get rid of that fat, since it's protecting you in a way.
So when we start to remove these toxins with a good detox diet and/or sauna sessions, it becomes easier for the body to let go of extra fat.
Also note that we not only lose toxins when we sweat but we can also lose minerals too. So make sure you're replacing lost fluid and minerals after your sauna sessions (i.e. with a good multivitamin or mineral, green juices, lots of fruits and green veggies). And of course consult your doctor before using a sauna, changing your diet or trying to lose weight.
2) Feel Cleaner - Another main benefit to regularly detoxing with your sauna is that you start to feel cleaner. Especially after holidays or periods of overeating, many people feel just plain gross - the standard american diet can do that to you.
Detoxing can help you feel clean, energetic and put you back into fighting form. (And it's a great way to undo some of that calorie damage over the holidays!)
3) Have More Energy - Another main detox benefit is that it can give you a lot more energy. With all the garbage we eat these days, it's no wonder that many of us can start to feel tired, lethargic and run down.
We may notice that we're starting to feel old (much older than our current age). As you clean out your body, you'll probably start to notice your energy returning.
You may even find energy you never knew you had! This makes sense as your major organs are cleaning out the sludge and starting to function more efficiently - just as nature intended.
4) Feel Happier & Think Clearer - Although you don't see this on many lists of detox benefits, I included it here because it's one of the best things I love about detoxing.
Remember that your brain is also an organ. And just like any other part of your body, it is also affected by toxic chemicals, food additives and the like.
So when you eat cleaner and detoxify, your brain is also influenced - and this can affect how you think and feel. Going on a detox diet and detoxifying with your saunacan help you to feel happier and more creative. It can even help you think clearer.
Conclusion:
So those are 4 main sauna detox benefits. There are others of course including:
- Tighter and/or glowing skin
- Better health (i.e. reduction in chronic illness symptoms)
- Increased ability to deal with stress
If you think that a sauna detox is something you'd like to try, the first thing I recommend is talking to your doctor before making any change to your diet or lifestyle.
The second thing is to do your research before you invest in a infrared sauna. With their growing popularity, many inferior products have surfaced.
See the article Best Infrared Sauna on how to choose a high quality sauna that will help you detox fast and efficiently.
Lastly, remember that a sauna detox doesn't replace a good diet. Take it slow and make changed that you can live with - your body will thank you for it!
So what are some sauna detox benefits? Should you buy a sauna strictly to help you detox?
Many people concerned about their health are buying infrared saunas to help them remove harmful substances from their bodies like mercury, cadmium, nicotine, alcohol, ammonia, sulfuric acid and other environmental toxins.
And many experts like Dr. Don Colbert recommend FIR saunas as a way to detox the body for better health.
"To enhance removal of mercury, I recommend using an infrared sauna. Sauna therapy helps the body release mercury." - Don Colbert M.D. "What You Don't Know May Be Killing You"