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Infrareds and detoxification

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THE VIRTUES OF INFRARED AND DETOXIFICATION

Whole body detox: sauna use with long infrared rays

INFRAREDS AND DETOXIFICATION

Whole Body Detox: Using the Far Infrared Sauna

The first two parts of this series looked at the health benefits of lymphatic drainage with exercise and fasting for the removal of toxin buildup and internal cleansing.

A third method of detoxification is to regularly use a far infrared sauna.

The benefits of these three preventative health practices are exponential when combined and integrated into a treatment, cure, or long-term health maintenance program.

Any treatment protocol should also include an adequate supply of whole and preferably organic foods.

Such a comprehensive program advances the healing process and counteracts the harmful effects of living in an environment increasingly subject to pollutants and physiological disruptors of all kinds.

How does a far infrared sauna work?

Far infrared rays are part of the natural spectrum of the sun.

The radiant energy produced by an infrared sauna is the same as the heat of the sun, excluding ultraviolet rays.

A heat source (usually ceramic heating elements) emits infrared waves which penetrate the tissues (skin, muscles, organs...) and relax the body, and increase the body's blood circulation.

Sweating is the natural manifestation to regulate an increase in body temperature, sweat transports toxins which are evacuated through the pores of the skin. Oxygen is transported more significantly into the cells thanks to the increase in blood circulation and the warming of the tissues.

The infrared sauna is a powerful means of cellular cleansing, as it increases metabolism and blood circulation. In addition to its use for detoxification, it also relaxes muscles, calms the mind, and continues to trace aging.

Far infrared versus traditional sauna:

Infrared saunas warm the body instead of heating the surrounding air.

Traditional dry heat saunas heat the air and require temperatures ranging from 65 to 95 degrees Celsius to promote sweating, while a heat range of 45 to 60 degrees in an infrared sauna produces the same results.

The air temperature remains lower and is more tolerable for people sensitive to heat.

It allows sessions of up to forty-five minutes, almost twice as long as in a classic dry heat sauna session.

The gentler heat from an infrared sauna also penetrates deeper into the skin - up to 3.5cm - and draws out more toxins than a dry sauna, according to Dr. Aundrea Adams of the International Institute of Holistic Healing, which compared the detox results of the two types of sauna.

Dr. Adams concludes that the sweat from a traditional sauna was up to 97% water, while the sweat released in an infrared sauna was only 80-85% water. The remaining 15-20% consisted of heavy metals, sulfuric acid, sodium, ammonia, uric acid, and fat-soluble toxins.

The deep penetration of infrared heat activates and releases debris from subcutaneous fat just under the skin.

It also allows the body to gradually release stored toxins from organs and tissues, which eventually find their way to the fatty tissues under the skin, to be finally purged through sweat.

It is clear that the therapeutic benefits of the infrared sauna are considerable.

In her "Detoxify Or Die," Sherry Rogers touts the benefits of the far infrared sauna.

She cites a study by specialists at the Mayo Clinic that proves the effectiveness of using the therapeutic infrared sauna for patients with end-stage congestive heart failure.

Individuals in this three-week study tolerated the heat of the infrared sauna without side effects and underwent significant chemical detoxification. The toxic load was the underlying cause of their declining health, and heart function in each of these patients improved as a result of Therapeutic Cleansing. They were also able to eliminate some of their medications.

Heat therapy:

Fever is the body's natural mechanism for releasing bacteria, viruses, and other toxic organisms by causing them to sweat through the skin. It is a natural way of healing.

Hyperthermia (heat therapy) refers to the various methods of creating fever to stimulate the body's healing process. An increase in normal body temperature, which averages 37°C, creates a state of hyperthermia.

Using an infrared sauna is perhaps the most effective method of inducing a state of hyperthermia for detoxification purposes. Not only does this process purge toxins from fat cells, including chemical residues, but it is also helpful in destroying cancer cells, as they begin to decline when malignant tissue reaches 40 degrees.

The body regulates its core temperature through blood circulation and perspiration; nevertheless, it only takes a small increase to trigger hyperthermia and the production of white blood cells, which are essential for the destruction of tumors.

Regular use of an infrared sauna is an effective approach that complements any anti-cancer protocol.

Brushing and exfoliation of the skin to promote detoxification and tissue cleansing:

Every day a new layer of skin replaces the old one.

The skin is the body's largest organ of elimination and releases nearly two 500g of toxic waste per day through perspiration, as long as its pores are not clogged.

An optional practice, but recommended as very effective before entering the sauna, is to vigorously brush dry skin for five to ten minutes with a natural fiber brush, to remove dead skin cells and stimulate circulation. blood and lymph.

The use of lotions and creams is not advised as they clog the pores, prevent the skin from breathing and eliminate waste.

Clogged pores keep toxins in the body, which puts pressure on other organs of elimination.

Brushing the skin, before using the infrared sauna, maximizes body cleansing as the pores open to facilitate the release of toxins.

After brushing the skin, a quick hot or warm shower to wash off the residue will also help speed up the onset of sweating.

Once in the sauna, sweating usually begins within fifteen to twenty minutes for most users.

Tips for the sauna:

Exercise increases cell oxygenation and increases body temperature.

Some people may have trouble sweating, which can be attributed to heavy metal and toxic chemical burden.

Exercising and brushing the skin before a sauna session will kick-start the detoxification process and help produce sweat.

Regular sauna use improves internal cleansing and facilitates sufficient perspiration. It is best to wait at least an hour after eating before entering the sauna.

Be sure to drink plenty of water before, during and after the sauna session to replenish water losses and lost minerals.

Pregnant women should avoid using the sauna. Consult a physician if necessary to determine whether or not infrared sauna use will suit your medical condition.

In case of open cuts or burns, avoid the sauna.

It is not recommended to drink alcohol, smoke or any other type of drug in the sauna.

Be sure to remove contact lenses and all metal objects before entering the sauna.

Count about twenty minutes to heat up the infrared sauna.

Start with short sessions and increase the duration and temperature over days or weeks as the body adjusts to its tolerance level.

Daily therapeutic cleansing sessions can easily extend to 45 minutes at 60 degrees Celsius. If necessary, periodically open the sauna door or window for ventilation if the heat becomes too stifling.

Once the sauna turns off, stay for a few more minutes which will allow the body to finish sweating while cooling down.

End the sauna session with a lukewarm or hot shower, finishing with thirty seconds or more of cold water to close pores, tone the skin and invigorate the body.

With patience, the regular practice of the cold shower is gradually more bearable. Cold water provides a beneficial thermal shock, and brings a level of regeneration which is all the more noticeable when these sessions are carried out regularly.

A variety of infrared sauna models are available for home use and in all price ranges. There are many pre-built sauna kits available, and instructions for building your own are provided by most self-respecting builders.

While sauna use, exercise and fasting are all effective methods of detoxification, an alkaline herbal diet is paramount to a successful healing regimen and this fact needs to be reiterated and emphasized.

An acidic diet of essential foods, sugary drinks, and the like will compound the already damaging effects of a toxic environment, sabotage ongoing detoxification efforts, and impede healing.

Proper cleansing of the diet will speed healing and dramatically improve physical, mental and spiritual well-being.

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