Between the cold weather and influx of germs, you're much more likely to get sick at this time of year due to a weakened immune system. In addition to the typical cold-preventing remedies, far infrared saunas have many wonderful benefits that help strengthen the immune system, especially at this time of year. Read on to learn about the many ways our sauna can help prevent you from getting sick this autumn and winter.
An Increase in Body Temperature
As uncomfortable as fevers may be, the raise in body temperature is what helps fight off pathogens that cause you to become even more sick. A far infrared sauna raises your core body temperature and although it doesn't mimic the way a fever increases temperature, it still results in the same benefits of a fever. These benefits include improved immune functions and properly preparing your body for this season. A raise in body temperature also helps your immune system remember specific germs that you have been exposed to, to help better fight them off next time you encounter them.
The increase in body temperature also causes something known as heat stress. This low level of heat stress generates a production of heat-shock proteins which help prevent an individual from getting sick.
Stress Reduction
Cortisol is a hormone that works with the body's stress response, and is also known to weaken the immune system. Far-infrared saunas assist in the reduction of cortisol when you are in a relaxed state, which in-turn helps decrease the chances of becoming sick.
Improved Sleep
We all know how important sleep is, but did you know it helps play a role in strengthening our immune system? Specifically, deep sleep helps build the antiviral immune system, which means getting a good night of deep sleep will help decrease your chances of becoming sick. A drop in body temperature is what cues the body that it's time to sleep. Spending time in a sauna, specifically in the afternoon, will help your body relax and wind down, allowing the body's temperature to drop naturally to improve sleep quality and therefore keeping your antiviral immune system strong.
How Can I Make the Most of My Sauna Experience?
The immune strengthening benefits of the far infrared sauna are so important to keeping your body strong in the winter. To get the most out of your sauna experience, it is important to be consistent with your sauna use. One session a week is a great place to start. We're here to help you stay warm and healthy all season long!
References
“Sunlighten. How Infrared Saunas Can Boost Your Immune System During Cold and Flu Season”. Retrieved from https://www.sunlighten.com/blog/fighting-cold-flu-season-infrared-sauna-therapy/?utm_source=delivra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=fall%20wellness%20content%20-%20customers&utm_id=1665221&dlv-ga-memberid=65244236