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 We live in incredible times. What until recently was science fiction is now actively used in everyday life, making it simpler, richer and more interesting. High technologies help us to work, rest and even take care of ourselves. The infrared sauna is a prime example of this.
The fact that thermal procedures have a positive effect on the body was known for many centuries before the discovery of infrared radiation, but using its energy for healing and cleansing the body became possible not so long ago. As a result, there are still discussions about how useful or harmful such radiation is for humans.
Before talking about the possible harm or benefit, it is worth noting that infrared radiation is absolutely natural for humans. Its largest source is the Sun. It is thanks to the infrared spectrum of our star that it has the ability to warm everything around. The infrared sauna is based on the same principle. In it, special elements emit heat waves, heating the surface of the human body up to 4 centimeters in depth. At the same time, many different processes take place in the cells. What is the use of such heating?
First of all, when visiting an infrared sauna, the body quickly heats up to a temperature of 38 degrees Celsius. Almost all pathogens die at this temperature.
Also, during the procedure, the pores expand, and an active process of sweating begins, during which skin cells are cleansed and excess fluid is removed from the body. Gentle warming of tissues enhances blood circulation processes and, as a result, activates their recovery. In addition, heat warming in a sauna is an excellent workout for blood vessels and heart. To withstand a session of 20-30 minutes in such a sauna is much easier than in a regular steam room, because it is not the environment that heats up, but the tissues of the body itself.
It would seem so much benefit from a half-hour session. But an infrared sauna can also harm the body. Not by heat radiation, but by neglecting contraindications and visiting rules.
So, before the procedure, it is imperative to cleanse the skin of all cosmetics. It is not allowed to use any creams and masks that are not intended specifically for the infrared sauna. You can not go to the sauna hungry, as well as a heavy meal. You should not start a session with any signs of malaise: headache, cold, weakness. In addition, it is important not to forget to drink during the procedure, but not very much.
You should also know that direct contraindications to the procedure are disorders in the functioning of the thyroid gland, the presence of benign or malignant tumors, skin diseases in the acute stage, diseases of the cardiovascular, bone and genitourinary systems. In addition, it is not recommended to visit such a sauna for pregnant women and women who have recently given birth.
In other cases, observing the rules of use, you can significantly enhance the effect created by physical activity and diets, heal the body and preserve the youth and beauty of the skin. You just need to remember the main rule of any cosmetic procedure - compliance with the measure!
Katty
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