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Use Saunas to Detoxify the Body

by Jo Hartley, citizen journalist(NaturalNews) Sweat is a very effective and important way that the body eliminates toxins from thesystem. Toxic chemicals are unavoidable in today's society and most people are exposed to toxins everyday. The skin is considered a major eliminative organ, but it does so in a relatively passive manner. For this reason, the use of saunas can help encourage toxin elimination through the skin.Viruses, cells tainted by toxins, and even tumors are not as strong as normal cells. When these tissuesare exposed to heat,infectionsheal faster. By using a sauna, the human body can effectively remove toxinsand heavy metals much quicker than virtually any other method.Similarly, fever therapy (hyperthermia) is an effective way to fight infections (including even cancer).When the human body is sick, it often naturally develops an elevated temperature to increasemetabolism and destroy invading viruses. A sauna can improve blood circulation and help bring oxygento tissues. A sauna can also clear nasal passages and drain clogged sinuses.A traditional sauna is either powered by electricity, gas, or wood heat. The sauna must be heated to between 150 and 200 degrees to produce a sweat that is profuse. Many people do not tolerate thisintense heat well, unfortunately, especially when ill.One specific type of sauna that is especially effective at removing toxins from the body is the far-infrared sauna. This type of sauna has a dry and warming energy and is able to heat up tissues in thehuman body that are several inches deep. It also enhances the metabolic processes.Research has revealed that the far-infrared sauna is far morecleansingthat any type of traditional sauna because the deep penetration of the infrared energy allows for better toxin elimination. The heatgenerated from far infrared saunas heats the body while the surrounding air remains comparativelycool. Sweat will appear quickly, but people who experience this type of sauna consider it to be muchmore pleasant than traditional saunas.Saunas are safe for most people as long as safety precautions are followed.•Do not stay in the sauna for more than 30 minutes.•Rest for at least 10 minutes after exiting the sauna. Drink lots of water before and after the sauna. If you water is mineral-free, consider addingminerals or juice. You may also add additional sea salt to replace minerals lost through the sweating process.•If there is a chronic condition or sensitivity, use a sauna under supervision and spend less time in thesauna.•The best time of day to use a sauna is the evening. If one is ill, however, morning may be better due tohigher energy levels.•Start a sauna schedule with once per week, and work up to once per day, if desired.•Shower frequently to cool the body down and to remove toxins from the skin.