What Happens to Hormone Balance During an Infrared Sauna Session
WRITTEN BY: Colleen Travers
Even if you’re only a little familiar with infrared sauna therapy, you might be aware that regular exposure to infrared heat comes with a slew of benefits. Aiding in muscle recovery, combating inflammation, and strengthening your immune system are a few. But one of the biggest benefits of using an infrared sauna is helping your body balance your hormones.
Dry heat, such as the kind used in a Sunlighten sauna can recalibrate your hormones. And while there’s proven research for menopause relief, men and women, including those not in menopause or perimenopause can experience the hormonal benefits of infrared heat.
Read on to find out what’s happening to specific hormones in your body with regular infrared sauna exposure.