Infrared Sauna
Infrared Sauna therapy shines brightly as one of the most effective methods of eliminating chemical toxins from the body. Different from traditional Finnish saunas, infrared energy penetrates the body by about 3 inches and causes a “super-heating” effect without damaging the body’s thermoregulator, the hypothalamus. Raising the body’s core temperature by a few degrees causes the following,
- destroys cells that have been damaged by environmental toxins and viruses/bacteria.
- Cellular rebuilders, called heat shock proteins, are also initiated, repairing cellular components to increase overall immune function.
- Fat soluble toxins are eliminated through the pores in the skin via sweating. Toxins are also processed internally and excreted via urination.
- Destruction of abnormal cells, ie: cancerous tumours
Far Infrared vs. Traditional Sauna
In a comparison between a far Infrared and traditional sauna, you can see how the infrared heat effectively penetrates the body much deeper than steam heat. Because it reaches the muscles and bones, it is more therapeutic, causing the breakdown of fat soluble toxins which are released from the body initially through sweating, followed by excretion of toxins through urination.
Benefits:
- Elimination of toxic chemicals/heavy metals
- Lowering elevated blood pressure
- Decongest internal organs to improve function
- Disables and kills Cancer cells
- Kills bacteria,viruses, and parasites
- Skin rejuvenation
Very Beneficial for the following,
- CHF and other Heart Issues/see Heart Problems and Infrared Sauna
- Fibromyalgia
- Hypertension
- Drug Addiction, see Infrared sauna and substance abuse
- Alcohol Addiction, see above link
Conventional medicine often overlooks the effects of toxic chemicals and heavy metals on one’s health. There is little effort educating the public that nutritional deficiency and toxic agents cause genetic defects. The following sections describe toxins that the sauna can help remove in more detail.
Toxins affecting The Human Body
Our bodies are designed to recognize self and non-self, but they’re not designed to absorb synthetic materials like soda and pharmaceuticals. When our bodies do absorb these toxins, as well as any emotional toxins, through the environment or through eating and drinking, they are able to expel some of the hazardous material, but not all.As a result, this material builds up until the blood becomes contaminated, according to Dr. Tunsky. For the purpose of self-preservation, the blood then pushes out the contaminants into the genetically determined “weakest link” body systems. Click the link above for full article.
Toxic Chemicals Contribute to Weight Gain
Dr. Paula Baillie-Hamilton suggests the root cause of all weight gain is directly related to our own natural weight control system being overloaded and poisoned with toxic chemicals that we encounter through our skin care, food, cleaning products and general environment.
Associated Illnesses and Diseases caused by Toxic Chemicals
Lead: Neuromuscular and bone diseases, fractures, mental retardation, hyperactivity, anemia. Sources of lead include old paint, inks, pesticides, a few hair dyes, solder and other metal products.Cadmium: High blood pressure, heart disease, cancer, fatigue, arthritis, violence, infections. Common sources are cigarette or marijuana smoke, refined foods and tap water.
Mercury : Hypothyroidism, impaired immune system, digestive problems such as yeast infections, emotional difficulties, learning disabilities, ADHD.
Aluminum: Memory impairment and Alzheimer’s disease. Aluminum is commonly used in beverage cans, aluminum foils, antiperspirants, antacids, and aluminum cookware.
Fluoride: Brown staining of the teeth, weakened bones, hip fractures, hypothyroidism, mental impairment, birth defects and cancer. Fluoride compounds are found in pesticides, air pollution, toothpastes, and are added to many water supplies. Foods processed with water including baby foods and juices often contain too much fluoride.
Chlorine: Fatigue, heart disease, cancer and renal problems. Chlorine is required in the body, and found in salt and other foods. However, many chlorinated compounds are very toxic. Including chlorinated tap water, used for bathing and drinking, chlorine pools and hot tubs, and the use of chlorine bleach and other chlorine-containing household products.
Two million people a year killed by air pollution, says World Health Organization
According to new research examined by the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution in cities around the world causes roughly 2 million premature deaths each year.
DNA and Mitochondrial Time Bombs: Uranium and Mercury
It is well documented in the medical literature that chemicals and drugs can cause temporary or permanent insulin-dependent diabetes. Both mercury and uranium oxide are floating in the environment like invisible clouds that have spread out everywhere. They are raining down on us, damaging and damning our future.
What Doctors Think,
Michael R. Lyon, MD, The Cline Medical Center
Hyperthermic Detoxification Program Using the Far-InfraRed Sauna
“The Far-InfraRed sauna has been very beneficial in treating Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). A number of doctors now believe that the ‘toxic load’ of these patients is very high and their detoxification pathways are often compromised. When one is able to reduce the toxins in those with Fibromyalgia and CFS, their symptoms often greatly improve. A number of these patients are unknowingly suffering from heavy metal poisoning (i.e. mercury, lead and arsenic). In combination with chelation therapy, or just on its own, the Far-InfraRed sauna has been invaluable in accelerating the removal of these toxic metals. By raising the core temperature and creating a ‘Hyperthermic’ effect, the sauna also improves a number of parameters in the immune system.”
Randy Gomm, BSc.
Environmental medical specialist Doris J. Rapp, MD, of Scottsdale, Arizona, a well-known pediatrician, allergist, homeopath and past president of the American Academy of Environmental Medicine, states unequivocally, “Everybody in this country needs to be detoxified because we’ve all become toxic dumpsites.” Dr. Rapp began using a Far-InfraRed sauna personally after seeing a similar procedure being employed in a German clinic. She was impressed with the clinic’s work in detoxifying young children and infants. Dr. Rapp affirms that her FIR sauna causes her to perspire profusely, and she adds, “I’m hoping to see more patient outcome studies on FIR sauna use– studies that will further evaluate the efficacy of this treatment and impartially evaluate the various saunas.”