Infrared Sauna Archives

What is the Deal With Chromotherapy? Does Color Light Therapy Really Work, or is it Just a Hoax?

By Saunas.org - Kat | April 24, 2026April 28, 2026 | Chromotherapy, Health Benefits, Inflammation, Infrared Sauna, Research & Data, Seasonal Affective Disorder, Skin Care, Skin Health, Wound Healing

“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?

By Saunas.org - Kat | April 17, 2026April 28, 2026 | Health Benefits, Infrared Sauna, Research & Data, Skin Care, Women's Heatlh

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

Upgrade the Quality of Your Blood With Infrared Sauna Bathing: CD34+ Stem Cell Population

By Saunas.org - Kat | February 6, 2026January 31, 2026 | Blood Health, Health Benefits, Infrared Sauna, Peripheral Artery Disease, Research & Data, saunas.org, Waon Method

Blood is the life enduring fluid that animates the physical body. The life force of your body in both religious and scientific terms is your blood. The quality and quantity of your blood will determine your ability to survive and even thrive. Many individuals wait until they or a loved one are very ill before… Read more

Melt the Winter Blues Away With Infrared Sauna Bathing: Did You Know That a Warmer Body Temperature is Associated With an Elevated Mood?

By Saunas.org - Kat | January 23, 2026January 23, 2026 | Health Benefits, How To Use a Sauna, Infrared Sauna, Mental Health, Mood Disorders, Research & Data, Seasonal Affective Disorder, Winter Mood

The winter blues are real,and if you feel your mood slowly slipping down the drain into the land of depression this winter you are not alone. It is now understood that extended periods of lowered body temperature are associated with depression, and that by increasing core body temperature it may be possible to increase mood…. Read more

Use a Sauna to Treat and Prevent Peripheral Artery Disease: Put Cardiovascular Disease in Your Rear View Mirror This Year

By Saunas.org - Kat | January 8, 2026February 12, 2026 | Cardiovascular Health, Health Benefits, Healthspan, Heart Health, Heat Shock Proteins, High Blood Pressure, Infrared Sauna, Longevity, Nrf2 Activation, Peripheral Artery Disease, Photobiomodulation, Radiant Heat Vs. Convection Heat, Research & Data, Wound Healing

For millennia humans have historically turned to a variety of heat therapy strategies to address critical health issues. As new studies pour into reputable peer reviewed journals it seems that this research only confirms what our ancestors have known for thousands of years that dose appropriate exposure to heat may cure a litany of diseases…. Read more

Are Infrared Saunas Safe? Ionizing Versus Non-Ionizing Radiation

By Saunas.org - Kat | December 19, 2025December 21, 2025 | 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 3, 4, & 5 – 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 | November 7, 2025November 7, 2025 | Anemia, Cardiovascular Health, Cortisol, First Responders, Frequently Asked Questions, Health Benefits, Healthspan, High Performance, Hormones, How To Use a Sauna, Human Growth Hormones, Hydration, Mitochondrial Metabolism, Photobiomodulation, Radiant Heat Vs. Convection Heat, Research & Data, Sauna Sleep, saunas.org, Vagus-Nerve, Waon Method

Part 3,4,5: Nervous System Regulation – High Performance Athletes – Human Growth Hormone 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… Read more

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 | October 31, 2025October 31, 2025 | Cardiovascular Health, Detoxification, First Responders, Frequently Asked Questions, Health Benefits, Heat Shock Proteins, High Performance, Inflammation, Insulin Sensitivity, Parkinson's Disease, Radiant Heat Vs. Convection Heat, Research & Data, Time of Day To Use Your Sauna, Type 2 Diabetes

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

High Performance Athletes Should Use an Infrared Sauna Instead of a Traditional Sauna For Explosive Power

By Saunas.org - Kat | October 24, 2025October 25, 2025 | Exercise, Health Benefits, High Performance, Inflammation, Mitochondrial Metabolism, Muscle Recovery, Radiant Heat Vs. Convection Heat, Research & Data, Time of Day To Use Your Sauna

As wellness trends surface and sink just as quickly as last week’s weather, it is important to closely examine any new protocols that survive the whirlwind of a social media fad. Sauna use as an ancient practice has stood the test of time and will be a part of human culture long after ‘bio-hacking’ fades… Read more

Sauna Bathing May Promote Overall Knee Health to Avoid Surgery or as Post-Operative Care

By Saunas.org - Kat | September 26, 2025September 26, 2025 | Chronic pain, Health Benefits, How To Use a Sauna, Inflammation, Knee Surgery, Pain Managment, Photobiomodulation, Radiant Heat Vs. Convection Heat, Research & Data, Titanium Impants, Wound Healing

Snap, crackle, and pop may be some of the sounds that you hear coming from your knees as you rise up from a seated position. Knee pain affects twenty-five percent of the adult population, and in 2024 knee replacement surgery reached an all time high. (1) The knees are the foundation of movement for humans… Read more