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Harnessing the Power of Heat and Cold Therapy for Longevity and Well-Being
Inside the Rise of Heat and Cold Therapy
Key Takeaways
Sauna and cold plunge therapies can significantly improve physical and mental well-being.
Regular sauna use is associated with a 40% reduction in all-cause mortality.
Heat exposure enhances cardiovascular health and promotes the production of serotonin, aiding mood regulation.
Cold plunges stimulate the release of adrenaline and norepinephrine, enhancing focus and energy.
Both therapies support detoxification and metabolic function, improving overall health.
The effectiveness of sauna therapy is dose-dependent, with optimal benefits seen at 175°F for 19 minutes, three times a week.
Sauna and cold plunge practices can be integrated into daily routines for better health outcomes.
40
Percentage reduction in all-cause mortality associated with regular sauna use.
175
Optimal sauna temperature in degrees Fahrenheit for health benefits.
19
Recommended sauna session duration in minutes.
Introduction to Heat and Cold Therapy
Overview of the Feel Better Live Better podcast.
Introduction of guests Jose and Lawrence, founders of the Thermo Lab.
Benefits of Sauna Therapy
Sauna use linked to reduced all-cause mortality.
Improves cardiovascular health and promotes vasodilation.
Enhances serotonin production, aiding in mood and stress reduction.
Cold Plunge Therapy
Cold exposure triggers adrenaline release, enhancing focus.
Body's response includes shunting blood to core and involuntary shivering for heat production.
Cold therapy supports metabolic health and detoxification.
Practical Tips for Sauna and Cold Plunge Use
Optimal sauna temperature is around 175°F for effective benefits.
Recommended duration is 19 minutes, three times a week.
Start slow and gradually increase exposure to heat and cold.
Notable Quotes
"The hardest game we play is life."
"We have biological mechanisms that are designed to engage the environment."
"It's not one thing, it's all the things."