Why You Should Treat Yourself to Regular Saunas

Why You Should Treat Yourself to Regular Saunas
In Finland, where saunas are a cultural cornerstone, a large study has found some remarkable associations between sauna use and lower disease risk. Wavebreakmedia/iStock
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Want to enjoy many of the same benefits as a bout of vigorous exercise, extend your “healthspan” and protect your brain and heart health—all while relaxing in warm comfort? Treat yourself to a sauna!

Could a treat as luxurious as a sauna really be good for your health? It sounds too good to be true, but this is one instance where you can indulge guilt-free because sauna bathing is an excellent addition to your healthy lifestyle. Enjoyed for thousands of years in Finland for both pleasure and relaxation, modern research shows sauna usage is beneficial for circulation, heart health, immune system function, and more.
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