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health1 month ago•42 min saved

Hot Tub Therapy Delivers Greater Health Benefits Than Saunas in New Study

A University of Oregon study compared hot-water immersion, dry heat, and infrared saunas in 20 healthy young adults and found hot tub soaking produced the largest rise in core body temperature and the most pronounced vascular benefits, though it also triggered an inflammatory response; saunas are well-studied with benefits linked to longer, more frequent sessions, but heat therapy can mimic some exercise effects and may serve as a safer alternative when regular exercise isn’t feasible, provided it’s done in moderation and with medical guidance.

via Good News Network|

#health #heat-therapy #inflammation

health9 months ago•4 min saved

Minneapolis explores sauna use to reduce cancer risk among firefighters

The Minneapolis Fire Department has installed saunas in some stations to help reduce firefighters' cancer risk by potentially removing carcinogens from their bodies, with ongoing studies to assess their effectiveness and additional benefits for mental health and cardiovascular health.

via Star Tribune|

#cancer #firefighters #health

health-and-wellness1 year ago•1 min saved

Daily Sauna Sessions May Combat Menopausal Weight Gain

A study by the American Society for Nutrition found that 30 minutes of daily whole-body heat therapy in mice led to less weight gain and improved insulin sensitivity, suggesting potential benefits for postmenopausal women. Researchers believe similar results could be achieved in humans through regular sauna sessions, heated baths, or specialized heat wraps, though further studies are needed to confirm efficacy and safety.

via Newser|

#health-and-wellness #heat-therapy #insulin-resistance

lifestyle2 years ago•2 min saved

"Minnesota's Winter Wellness: The Sauna Trend Sweeping the Midwest"

Sauna culture in Minnesota, rooted in the 1800s, has seen a surge in popularity, especially since the pandemic, as more people seek communal experiences. The tradition of sweating in saunas and then plunging into icy waters has become mainstream, with an explosion of sauna ventures in Minnesota and the upper Midwest. This practice, imported by the state's Nordic settlers, has become a way for Minnesotans to embrace the winter and form new bonds, attracting droves of enthusiasts to partake in the freeze-sweat cycle ritual.

via The New York Times|

#community #lifestyle #minnesota