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Sauna Use May Preserve Muscle Mass:  Prevent the Progression of Sarcopenia with Consistent Exposure to Dose Appropriate Heat

By Saunas.org - Kat | | Dementia, Elderly, Frailty, Health Benefits, Healthspan, Heat Shock Proteins, How To Use a Sauna, Human Growth Hormones, Insulin Sensitivity, Mitochondrial Biogenesis, Research & Data, Type 2 Diabetes

Muscle mass and its maintenance is not just for the bodybuilders alone anymore, in fact muscle degradation among the aging population is a serious health concern. Frailty affects many aspects of health and can lead to more fatal falls. Falling after the age of 65 can lead to serious consequences and the maintenance of grip… Read more

Infrared Light May Help Prepare and Protect Your Skin From UV Light Sun Damage: Prevent and Heal From Sunburns with Infrared Light

By Saunas.org - Kat | | Health Benefits, Mitochondrial Biogenesis, Mitochondrial Metabolism, Photobiomodulation, Skin Care, Skin Health, Wound Healing

As the summer months quickly approach it may be time to consider how you will protect your skin from the increase in ultraviolet light (UV). Damage from this bandwidth of light can cause sunburns, and even more serious conditions with repeated exposure. So, do you have a plan for how to protect your skin this… Read more

Healing Broken Bones With Infrared Light

By Saunas.org - Kat | | Inflammation, Knee Surgery, Mitochondrial Biogenesis, Mitochondrial Metabolism, Photobiomodulation, Research & Data

In the midst of an activity that brings you immense joy, such as skiing, rollerblading, hiking, playing tennis, or climbing a tree, it happens, and ‘it’ means that sound that reverberates through your being and is followed by a shooting pain that means only one thing: A precious bone has been broken or fractured. Or… Read more

Are Infrared Saunas Safe? Ionizing Versus Non-Ionizing Radiation

By Saunas.org - Kat | | Glucose Regulation, Health Benefits, Healthspan, Infrared Sauna, Mitochondrial Biogenesis, Mitochondrial Metabolism, Photobiomodulation, Radiant Heat Vs. Convection Heat, Research & Data

The word radiation can sound alarming for some folks, but the reality is that all natural light is a form of radiation. The entire light spectrum is radiation from the sun, and without life on earth as we know it would not be possible. What needs to be determined for safety is whether the radiation… Read more

Part 6: Your Complete Guide on How to Sauna to Meet Your Health and Fitness Goals: Discover Your Personal ‘Why’ so That You Know ‘How’ to Sauna

By Saunas.org - Kat | | Dental Care, Frequently Asked Questions, Healthspan, Heat Shock Proteins, High Performance, Hormesis, How To Use a Sauna, Insulin Sensitivity, Mitochondrial Biogenesis, Mitochondrial Metabolism, MS, Neurological Benefits Of Sauna use, Parkinson's Disease, Photobiomodulation, Research & Data, Wound Healing

Uncover your personal health goals so that you know what type of sauna will best serve your needs, and how to use your sauna. Every individual is different, and at different stages in life a variation of sauna protocols will be more or less helpful. This guide will help you to uncover and understand what… Read more

Infrared Light May be the Future of Regenerative Medicine: An Analysis of the New Data and Protocols to Follow From Home

By Saunas.org - Kat | | Health Benefits, Healthspan, Heat Shock Proteins, Hormesis, How To Use a Sauna, Inflammation, Infrared Sauna, Mitochondrial Biogenesis, Mitochondrial Metabolism, Oxidative Stress, Photobiomodulation, Research & Data, Type 2 Diabetes, Waon Method, Wound Healing

The future wave of modern healthcare appears to be in regenerative medicine. This vast topic of research includes many approaches both ancient and modern. At its foundation regenerative medicine relies on natural human biology to heal itself. By harnessing the healing power of the body to intelligently organize itself into a balanced and high functioning… Read more

Convert White Fat to Brown Fat With a Sauna: New Studies Demonstrate that You Can Increase Mitochondria With Heat Alone

By Saunas.org - Kat | | Cold Plunge, Cold Therapy, Health Benefits, Healthspan, Hormesis, Longevity, Mitochondrial Biogenesis, Mitochondrial Metabolism, Oxidative Stress, Research & Data, Stress response, Type 2 Diabetes, Weight Loss

Does the color of your body fat really matter? As absurd as this question may seem, the reality remains, that yes the color does matter. The color of your body fat does play a role in your overall health and how fast your body ages. Multiple studies have demonstrated that unequivocally we should all be… Read more

Counter the Negative Effects of Aging With Exposure to Infrared Light: Improve Vision and Energy Levels

By Saunas.org - Kat | | Elderly, Eyecare, Health Benefits, Healthspan, How To Use a Sauna, Infrared Sauna, Longevity, Mitochondrial Biogenesis, Mitochondrial Metabolism, Photobiomodulation

The light of truth has proven that infrared frequency is among the most healthful in the full spectrum of the sun’s radiance. A recent study published in July of 2025 has demonstrated that infrared light on its own, independent from red light, can and does improve vision, energy conversion rates, and lengthen the lifespan of… Read more

Photobiomodulation and Parkinson’s Disease: Turn to the Light of Red and Near Infrared Frequency

By Saunas.org - Kat | | Health Benefits, Healthspan, Mitochondrial Biogenesis, Mitochondrial Metabolism, Neurological Benefits Of Sauna use, Parkinson's Disease, Photobiomodulation, Research & Data

There are roughly 7 million people worldwide who suffer from Parkinson’s disease. (1) At the moment there is no known cure, however there may be some practices that could serve to suppress symptom expression. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is the second most common neurodegenerative disease behind Alzheimer’s. (1) Given the extensive list of public figures who… Read more

Stem Cells, Sauna Bathing, and Cellular Regeneration: Can Sauna Use Improve Stem Cell Production Naturally?

By Saunas.org - Kat | | Health Benefits, Healthspan, Heat Shock Proteins, Hormesis, Longevity, Melatonin, Mitochondrial Biogenesis, Mitochondrial Metabolism, Oxidative Stress, Photobiomodulation, Research & Data

Whether or not you have received stem cell treatments personally, most people at least know of someone who has, or have heard of stem cell therapy in some capacity. While stem cell therapy is still in its infancy, with only a handful of treatments approved by the FDA, it seems as if this growing field… Read more