Heat, Light, and Infrared Saunas

Written by: Cherise Krum, January 2019  - ("Seeds of Life" - Facebook page)

It’s January, it’s cold out, the days are shorter, and the sun seems to be away on extended vacations frequently. Although I can’t make summer sunshine appear, when my body is strongly craving light and heat, I’ve learned that an INFRARED sauna can be very helpful. Infrared saunas are a type of sauna that uses LIGHT and HEAT to help relax and detoxify the body (versus the traditional sweat saunas found at gyms, etc).

It provides infrared light therapy and heat and helps raise the CORE body temperature (which is very therapeutic). I find a notable difference in my body being considerably warmer for a couple days after a 30 minute “soak.” But it is also an EXCELLENT method of detoxification, improves circulation, skin tone, and can provide other benefits.

Some additional benefits are listed below: 
 ​- Detoxification 
- Improved circulation
- Relief from sore muscles/joint pain/arthritis
- Weight Loss
- Relaxation – (reduces stress hormones)
- Clearer and tighter skin
- Increased energy
https://www.healthline.com/health/infrared-sauna-benefits#2

Although it isn’t always possible practically to purchase a sauna or fit one into your home, they usually can be found at a local chiropractor office or wellness center available to use at a very reasonable charge or simple "try out." Taking an hour “time-out” to drive to town and spend 30 minutes to re-charge I’ve definitely found as a blessing here and there and usually feel the benefit for a couple days after. 

Some saunas have Acoustic Resonance Therapy, as well. Plugging a worship CD or soaking CD (Wholetones is great) and soaking in these frequencies (literally) while turning it into a prayer time or study time is an added plus. (See below for Acoustic Resonance Therapy). 
https://www.sunlighten.com/blog/benefits-sound-therapy-sunlighten-infrared-saunas/?fbclid=IwAR3rDmR8welOIqs8zf8E-Ij-W5UPtMI-Es5Nnp1hoUXJj37O9j_KUJ3LNy4

What is the difference between far, mid, and near infrared light? Each have different therapeutic benefits. And what is a “full spectrum” sauna? See below link: 
https://www.sauna-talk.com/full-spectrum-sauna.html
 
Using an Infrared Sauna.  See below link: 
https://www.healthline.com/health/infrared-sauna-benefits#4
 
INTERESTING FACTS: 

• The sun gives off half of its total energy as infrared
• There is healing power in light. The light the sun gives provides energy that living things use to thrive and grow. Without light, our bodies cannot properly absorb certain nutrients.
• Far infrared light goes beyond the surface of the body and penetrates up to several inches into the body. 
• Infrared saunas are seven times more effective at clearing out toxins than traditional saunas
• Perspiration is one of the best ways to eliminate toxins from the body.
• The heat causes the body to raise its metabolic rate as much as 20 percent, which causes the body to burn more calories for up to a few hours afterward. 

See below links for further details. 
https://www.livescience.com/50260-infrared-radiation.html

https://www.lifeextension.com/Magazine/2009/6/Far-Infrared-Therapy/Page-01?fbclid=IwAR1HvYvGKnyGt2dHizUy_RNwUzW9zHsvWFSz5ffvlMx6QFJlyq6ug6ZOySc

https://www.naturalnews.com/042620_infrared_sauna_detoxification_environmental_toxins.html?fbclid=IwAR3vhoS27xxlIbFAqtnxDn3MP04q2-4cbQAJjFF2U4P-G2pm4ui6CCMw4x8

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