Good for the heart
Regular sauna use has been shown to be especially good for the cardiovascular system. Sauna makes the muscles relax and the peripheral blood vessels expand, which lowers blood pressure. Sauna also increases the elasticity of the arteries, which reduces the workload of the heart. In terms of blood circulation, the positive effects start after you have been in the sauna for at least 15 minutes.
Improves lung function
People with asthma or COPD may benefit from saunas, because warm and moist air is easy to breathe. Relax Saunavihta is perfect for people with birch allergies. Regular sauna use prevents flu, but you should not go to the sauna when you have a high fever.
Relieve stress
The time spent in the sauna relaxes both the body and the mind, and thus helps combat the harmful effects of stress. Taking a sauna releases the pleasure hormone beta-endorphin into the body. Feel-good hormones reduce stress and anxiety, increase the pain threshold and support the healing of the body.
Help with sleep problems
An increase in body temperature increases the amount of melatonin's precursor, serotonin. It is an important factor from the point of view of falling asleep. The cooling of the body after the sauna also induces sleep and makes the sleep deeper.
Relaxes muscles and relieves pain
Sauna is a good way to speed up recovery, for example, after heavy exercise, because it relaxes the muscles. Recovery can be enhanced by stretching in the sauna in mild baths. It is easier and safer to stretch a warmed muscle than a cold one.
Taking a sauna may relieve, for example, joint and back pain. The heat and relaxation from the sauna are helpful. Taking a sauna before heavy sports performance prevents muscle soreness and increases their mobility.
