In this referenced video, I introduce sauna and some of its physiologic alterations in the body. I discuss how sauna mimics the benefits of exercise. I review a few studies that show decreased risk of all-cause mortality, cardiovascular disease, and Alzheimer's disease. I discuss sauna use benefit with regards to heart rate variability, parasympathetic tone, growth hormone, and heat shock proteins, to name a few. Sauna offers a potential anti-aging benefit. I discuss safety concerns with certain medical conditions and medications.
Here is the link: youtu.be/7tynI2KqjK0
Hope this helps you and your loved ones!
Jason Williams, D.O.