Sauna use is often associated with feelings of relaxation generated from a spa like experience. While saunas can induce states of relaxation, below the surface of this sense of wellbeing are intricate biological changes occurring at the molecular level in response to heat. The heat of a sauna powerfully alters physiological composition to reduce stress,… Read more
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Sauna Bathing and Dopamine Deficiency: Increase Tetrahydrobipterin (BH4) to Create Higher Levels of Available Dopamine
The task of smooth movement, for example, the simple lifting of a cup to meet your lips for a cool glass of water is dependent upon the levels of available dopamine. Dopamine deficiency does not just mean less motivation and generally lowered overall mood, but rather its diminishing presence in the brain can lead to… Read more
Does Heat Adaptation Cancel Out the Benefit of Heat Therapy?
Committed to health and wellness, many individuals follow their heat therapy protocol religiously. Following the advice of many studies, experts, and influencers, those who care deeply about their health may be getting into their sauna, hot tub, or steam room anywhere from three to seven times per week. As many people have experienced there is… Read more
What is the Deal With Chromotherapy? Does Color Light Therapy Really Work, or is it Just a Hoax?
“A larger barrier to acceptance, though, has probably been that it simply sounds unbelievable.” -Nasa researcher (1) Color light therapy is ubiquitous within the wellness community. It can be found in spas, dermatologist offices, inside of most modern saunas, in the clinics of physical therapists, and is used even in dentistry. Yet, still so many… Read more
Can You Improve Photo-Aged Skin With Infrared Light?
In 2025 the global skincare industry was valued at 122 billion US Dollars, and according to Fortune Business Insights, the projected growth of this industry is expected to expand to 129.11 billion USD this year. The point is, people care about the appearance of their skin- A Lot! The skin is a complex organ in… Read more
The Clinical Impact of Exposure to Infrared Light on Hemodialysis Patients
Roughly 35 million Americans are living with kidney disease, nearly 1 million Americans are experiencing kidney failure, but only half of this number are on dialysis. (1) Why, you may wonder? The reality is that the process of blood dialysis or Hemodialysis (HD) can be excruciatingly painful, anxiety inducing, and tends to lessen the overall… Read more
Can Sauna Bathing Lower Cholesterol?
If you have ever had your cholesterol tested with a lipid panel and your results show that the wrong kind of cholesterol is too high, then you have probably been faced with making lifestyle adjustments. One surprising and easy lifestyle change to make to lower cholesterol is simply taking a sauna a few times a… Read more
The Powerful Role of Sauna in the Prevention and Treatment of Ischemic Heart Disease
Ischemic Heart Disease (IHD) remains a leading cause of mortality among the adult population. Also known as coronary artery disease (CAD) this condition takes the lives of many individuals despite being a condition that is both treatable, as well as preventable, with the correct combination of pharmacological care and lifestyle adjustments. A well studied adjunct… Read more
Lower Blood Pressure and Arterial Stiffness With Sauna Bathing: The Most Updated Research on Hypertension and Heat Therapy
It has long been understood that the use of a sauna on a regular basis can help to lower blood pressure in those who are suffering from hypertension. Recent research from 2025 shows exactly how and why sauna use can powerfully create more flexibility within the artery walls to lower blood pressure. Furthermore, it was… Read more
Brain Injury Recovery and Near Infrared Light: Can an Infrared Sauna Help With Brain Injuries?
Brain injuries occur in major traumatic ways, as well as minor injuries that may go unnoticed. From one too many concussions to a fall you barely noticed, many individuals live with damaged brain tissue without even knowing it. The good news is that it is possible to repair your brain in a non-invasive way with… Read more