Detox With an Infrared Sauna Blanket

When you mention the word sauna, most people think of luxury. However, enjoying the rejuvenating benefits of a sauna doesn’t have to be a treat. You can make sauna use a part of your daily life with an affordable infrared sauna blanket.

Today, we explain the historical importance of dry heat bathing. And we will give you a few reasons to invest in a portable sauna blanket.

Brief History of Sauna Detoxing

Sauna use has been around for quite some time — we’re talking 7000 BC. It has a strong presence in many cultures and has played an integral role in health and wellness.

The first saunas were man-made caves draped with animal skin, and a fire burned inside a small pit in the cave. Rocks were thrown in the hole to absorb the heat and radiate it back into the room.

These rooms were sterilized by the smoke. So, they served as kitchens, washrooms, and hospitals.

Early saunas were where people were born and where patients would go if they needed healing. Ancient medicine leaders believed that profuse sweating could rid people of disease and illness.

Saunas have evolved over time, but their methodology remained the same. Heat structures serve as a way to induce sweating and optimize health.

Can a Sauna Blanket Detox Your Body?

It’s been believed that sweating in a sauna can actually facilitate the removal of toxins through your skin.

Your kidneys are detoxifying powerhouses, and sweating can clear about one-third of the toxic material your kidneys remove from your bloodstream.

Some of the most common toxic elements are:

• Heavy metals — these include mercury in fish, cadmium in cigarettes and car exhaust, and lead.
• BPA — found in paper receipts, plastic containers, food packaging, and beverage can linings.
• Phytates — a hormone disruptor found in beauty products, toys, soaps, and fragrances.

 In fact, research helps prove that sweating can boost detoxification.

One 2010 study compared the three primary fluids — blood, sweat, and urine — through which the body eliminates toxins. It was found that sweat contained high levels of heavy than urine.

Another study found that BPA is more effectively removed through sweat than urine.

Researchers also discovered that sweating also rid your body of phytates. The concentration of phytates was twice as high in sweat as in urine or blood.

 Can an infrared sauna blanket cause you to sweat enough to detoxify your body? Of course!

 The average person can shed about 17 oz of sweat during a 15-minute sauna session. With a sauna blanket, you get to enjoy the same experience in the comfort of your home.

Health Benefits of a Sauna Blanket

In addition, to detoxifying your body, an infrared blanket yields an array of other health benefits. Some of them include:

Reduced Inflammation

Evidence suggests that saunas can help alleviate chronic pain — including aches caused by rheumatoid arthritis. Its believed that the heat from saunas stimulates cardiovascular circulation, producing white blood cells and reducing inflammation.

Weight Loss

Contrary to belief, sweating in a sauna isn’t a magic bullet for weight loss. But it could help shed pounds.

When you sweat, you burn calories — this is due to the acceleration of heart activity. As your heart rate increases, your body converts calories into energy.

The amount of calories you burn depends on a few factors, like weight and height. One 2019 study found that men with a high BMI can burn up to 153 calories after 10 minutes of sauna use.

Improved Heart Function

Spending time in an infrared sauna blanket can be just as good for your heart as exercise.

A 2018 study revealed that saunas users experienced a drop in blood pressure and reduced artery stiffness after a session. Participants of the study showed an increased heart rate that was similar to the effect of exercise.

Researchers also noted that sweating had a diuretic effect — which lowers blood pressure and decreases the workload on the heart.

Decreased Risk for Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Frequent sauna use has been linked to a lowered risk for dementia and Alzheimers.

According to a Finnish study, people who used a sauna four to seven times a week for up to 15 minutes had a 66 percent reduced risk of developing dementia and a 65 percent lower risk of Alzheimer’s.

Researchers believe that heat exposure during a sauna session may help protect the heart and brain.

 Increased Mood

Spending time in an infrared sauna blanket can help boost your mood and reduce anxiety. One study discovered that heat therapy improved symptoms in those with a depressive mood disorder.

It was also found that infrared heat helped to alleviate appetite loss associated with depression and promote relaxation.

Enhanced Immune System

Using an infrared sauna blanket creates something called an artificial fever. This reproduces your body’s natural healing process and helps keep your immune system strong.

Post-Workout Recovery

Just completed a challenging workout? A sauna blanket may help with post-workout recovery. Along with reducing inflammation, whole-body heating releases endorphins. Endorphins are known for relieving pain and creating feelings of well-being.

The heat from an infrared sauna blanket also causes your blood vessels to dilate, which increases blood circulation. And circulation speeds up your body’s natural healing process.

Why People Are Choosing an Infrared Sauna Blanket

In a perfect world, everyone would have enough space in their homes to install a four-wall sauna. Unfortunately, however, not everyone has this luxury. But an infrared sauna blanket allows you to experience the benefits of a sauna at home — no construction needed.

One advantage is its portable and compact nature. The small and lightweight design enables you to use it anywhere — in bed, on the floor, or in a chair. And when you’re not using it, you can easily fold and store it.

It’s also great that you can even use an infrared sauna blanket to stay warm in the winter while saving on heating bills. In addition, the heat is adjustable and tolerable enough to keep you comfortable and toasty.

If you’re ready to experience the benefits of an infrared sauna detox blanket, head over to our shop. You also contact us to explore other options for heat therapy.