← Back to Blog
📄 This article:
Full Article
|
Key Takeaways
|
Full Transcript
|
Wim's Wise Words
Home
>
Saunas
>
Transform Your Health: The Profound Benefits of 14 Days in the Sauna
What Happens If You Use a SAUNA for 14 Days
Key Takeaways
Regular sauna use for 14 days can significantly improve overall health.
Saunas induce a 'hermetic effect', helping the body adapt to mild stress.
Benefits include increased growth hormone, improved mood, and lower resting heart rate.
Sauna therapy can mimic moderate aerobic exercise and enhance immune function.
Regular sauna use is linked to a 40% reduction in all-cause mortality.
Saunas promote autophagy, improve insulin sensitivity, and have antioxidant effects.
Electrolyte balance is important when using saunas due to sweating.
140
Percentage increase in growth hormone
40
Percentage reduction in all-cause mortality with regular sauna use
2300
Recommended daily sodium intake in milligrams
4700
Recommended daily potassium intake in milligrams
Health Benefits of Sauna
Increases growth hormone by 140%
Improves mood by increasing dopamine and serotonin
Lowers resting heart rate, reducing cardiovascular risks
Stimulates lymphatic system and improves circulation
Decreases all-cause mortality by 40% with regular use
Effects on Body Systems
Mimics moderate aerobic exercise effects
Strengthens immune system, reducing illness frequency
Reduces pain and inflammation, aiding recovery
Enhances cognitive function and decreases dementia severity
Electrolyte Considerations
Sweating leads to loss of sodium; balance with potassium intake
Monitor electrolyte levels to avoid imbalances
Consider dietary needs when using sauna during fasting or ketogenic diets
Notable Quotes
"Sauna therapy can actually help reduce pain and inflammation."
"The therapeutic effect from a sauna can actually mimic what you would get from doing moderate aerobic exercise."
"Anytime you're doing the sauna, take into consideration the sweating."