A HOT Secret to Better Health (No Gym Needed!)
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted February 15, 2025
Looking for a way to boost your health without hitting the gym?
Well, there’s an ancient practice that might offer the perfect solution—giving you similar benefits to exercise while sitting back and relaxing.
And while not everyone has access to this therapy, it can be a life changer if you do.
Swedish scientists, collaborating with researchers at the Montreal Heart Institute’s EPIC Centre, have discovered that regular sauna sessions could be your ticket to better health without lifting a finger.
The research, published in the International Journal of Circumpolar Health, found that folks who used saunas one to four times a month experienced remarkable benefits, including…
- Lower blood pressure
- Better sleep quality
- Higher energy levels
- Less physical pain
- Increased happiness
But that’s not all. These benefits mirror what happens during moderate exercise. In other words, it’s like exercising… without all the exercise.
When you’re in a sauna:
- Your core temperature rises
- Your heart rate increases
- Blood flow improves
- Blood vessels dilate
If you don’t have a sauna in your backyard, chances are there’s one close by. Check community centers, gyms, and even your neighbor’s backyard.
Remember to check with your doctor BEFORE you start using the sauna, especially if you have any health conditions or are taking medications.
For those who can safely use saunas, this research suggests a pleasant way to supplement (not replace) regular exercise. Think of it as a passive workout—your body gets exercise-like benefits while you simply sit and relax.
P.S. Small moves for BIG benefits (an exercise surprise!).
Source:
Engström, Å., Hägglund, H., Lee, E., Wennberg, M., Söderberg, S., & Andersson, M. (2024). Sauna bathing in northern Sweden: results from the MONICA study 2022. International Journal of Circumpolar Health, 83(1).
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
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