You might have heard of a far infrared sauna before, or you know somebody who has one. They’ve become the preferred sauna method for a lot of people, especially those who want to own one and use it in their homes. Far infrared saunas hit the trifecta for home ownership: they promote good health, they’re inexpensive, and they use very little energy. Young and old alike can benefit from regular sauna time, but let’s focus for a moment on a couple of the most practical reasons for you to get one today.

They’re Great For Fighting Illness  

Do you feel like you get sick often? It seems like some people are just more susceptible to flu bugs, the common cold, and whatever else is going around. It’s impossible to avoid germ exposure, but regular sauna use might be the answer for those with weaker immune systems. As you spend time in a far infrared sauna, your body is exposed to heat. This rapidly produces white blood cells, which is what the body uses to fight off viruses and stop illness before it takes over. Saunas are also fantastic for relieving the sinus pressure or congestion that are caused by colds and allergies. In Finland, the population is so convinced of the power of sauna use that many adults use them multiple times every week. As a result, their immune systems are working overtime. We should take a lesson from them.

They Feel So Good

It’s easy to take time focusing on the health benefits that come from sauna use, but one reason for owning and using one that we must mention is that they feel wonderful. There’s something about spending a brief amount of time in the intense heat and feeling toxins being pulled out of you through perspiration to which the body reacts positively. Some people don’t like to sweat, but this is cleansing sweat, and the glow you feel once you finish with your session is an affirmation that you are indeed taking good care of yourself. You’re pampering yourself, and the restoration of your body and mind is going to make you look and feel immeasurably better.