We wish to address the question “Can you tell me if Infrared Saunas are safe?” which was published in the Sunday Mirror.
The answer to this question is without a doubt, yes.
What is Infrared?
First of all, infrared can simply be described as a particular spectrum of light which is used in all kinds of everyday life applications. Certain frequencies of Far Infrared are actually a natural by product from our own cells and are emitted by our own body. Infrared is therefore not potentially harmful like Ultra Violet, X Rays or Microwaves.
Infrared energy is literally everywhere and an essential ingredient for life. Infrared light energy has been researched and used in medical practices for over a hundred years. Specialists in burns often use infrared to enhance the healing processes of the skin and sports medicine has long accepted and used Infrared to promote healing of sprains and strains. Over the last 20 years much wider applications of infrared energy have been investigated and throughout this time it has been shown to be benign and beneficial to the human body.
Infrared Saunas vs Traditional Saunas
Infrared saunas are also more energy efficient than their traditional counterparts. Conventional steam saunas actually heat up the surrounding air, thereby heating you. The surrounding air has to be heated to temperatures of up to 200° degrees before you start to perpetrate.
With an infrared sauna, you won’t have to deal with the extreme heat of a steam sauna. Temperatures of an infrared sauna only reach about 140° degrees. This allows you to stay for longer in the infrared sauna, giving you more desirable results.
Far infrared energy effectively breaks down water molecules that accumulate and store unwanted toxins in our body that block blood circulation and impair cellular functions. Exposure to far infrared waves steadily circulates blood, removing blockages in the blood vessels and allowing for proper oxygen distribution to all parts of the body. This greatly reduces the risk for developing diseases.
Researchers in American have shown that conventional sauna users sweat out 95% to 97% water while far infrared thermal system users excrete 80% to 85% water with the non-water portion being cholesterol, fat-soluble toxins, toxic heavy metals, sulphuric acid, sodium, ammonia and uric acid. These heavy metals are not discharged with the sweat from normal exercise. The release of unwanted toxins is not the only medical benefit to using infrared saunas. Some of the other benefits include: pain reduction from arthritis, increased energy, healing of skin ailments, or fibromyalgia or sore and aching muscles. Infrared can also penetrate deep into your muscles and joints – promoting oxygen; hence increasing blood circulation. Recent studies have also show that regular use of a far infrared sauna can lower blood pressure.
The best part? Owning an infrared sauna doesn’t have to cost the earth. Here at Aqualine Saunas there is a vast range to choose from, our lowest priced Infrared Sauna is only £795. To top it all off we only stock the SaunaMed brand so you can be sure you’re getting the very best quality.
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