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How to Get Maximum Benefit from Using Sauna? Part 2.

We, at believe that saunas, hot and ice baths are pure healing magic. That’s why they have been used by humans for thousands of years.

Today, we would like to share with you our ‘health toys’ that we LOVE using when having a sauna treatment.

Bath (Sauna) Brooms

Bath brooms cleanse the skin, get rid of the toxins, and refresh the body. And as a side effect, add a nice scent of whatever tree is it being made from. Eucalyptus leaves, for example, have anti-inflammatory properties, help alleviate muscle pain, stimulate blood flow and improve detoxification.

Sauna Brushes

When you combine sauna use with dry brushing, you’ll engage your lymphatic system which is vital for absorbing nutrients especially fats and fat soluble vitamins as well as increasing lymphocytes which is our body’s natural defense system.

It will, of course, help along with the detoxification process removing dead skin cells in a way no scrub can whilst stimulating new skin growth so that you glow ;-) like never before!

Massage Stick

A massage stick can also be used for trigger points, deep tissue massage, to combat sore muscles, break up muscular adhesions, and promote blood flow to aid in recovery after workout. It is best to avoid certain areas such as the neck and groin, as the pressure exerted will put certain tissues and nerves at risk.

However, be your own healer and gently massage or press where you feel you need it. It could be your face, scalp or back. There are hundreds of videos on how to use massage sticks.

Sauna Hats

Sauna hats are used to protect your hair from drying and increase your overall comfort in the sauna. The uppermost part of the sauna is usually the hottest and this is where the head tends to be. Wearing a hat helps to keep your head cool, and provides some relief to ears and scalp particularly those with less hair up top.

You can use a wet towel alternatively to achieve the same effect and more! By cooling it off you can prolong your stay in the sauna making your sauna treatment more effective in the process.

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The Most Common Mistakes When Using Saunas

Saunas can be a powerful way to detox and invigorate. That is why they have been used for centuries all over the world. However, there are some common mistakes people make when using them:

1. Not Hydrating Properly

Excessive sweating caused by increased temperatures can lead to dehydration. And... “Drinking too much water can actually cause a condition called water intoxication, in which excess water dilutes out important blood electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium,

Try sipping on water slowly with minerals added to it. We recommend a pinch of Himalayan salt with lime for better detoxification but coconut water can also be a very good option despite its sugar content.

2. Using Sauna Intoxicated

It is best to use saunas in a fasted or semi-fasted state for maximum benefit. However, do your best to avoid using saunas when being intoxicated and by that we don’t just mean consumption of alcohol which in large quantities can be detrimental and even lethal for some.

But also consuming high volumes of sugar can cause your body to increase urination which can lead to severe dehydration and further complications with health.

3. Not Taking Proper Shower

Skin is the largest organ of the body. It absorbs everything. Literally. And if someone does not properly remove body oils, cosmetics and dried skin cells from the body he or she inhibits the body’s ability to effectively detoxify. Clogged pores can cause cystic acne growth due to its inability to release toxins

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