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Benefits of Saunas on Cardiovascular Health
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Regular sauna use, starting at least two to three times per week, can result in statistically significant improvements in cardiovascular health, with those who go four times per week being 50% less likely to die of cardiovascular disease than those who use saunas only once a week. However, there are alternative ways to access these health benefits for those without access to saunas.
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The pre-optic area can send electrical signals to the amygdala, activating the sympathetic nervous system.
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The pre-optic area can send electrical signals to the amygdala, activating the sympathetic nervous system. In response to heat, our bodies attempt to cool down through autonomic subconscious responses.
ChapterBenefits of Saunas on Cardiovascular Health
EpisodeThe Science & Health Benefits of Deliberate Heat Exposure
PodcastHuberman Lab
Regular exposure to sauna, starting from two to three times a week up to seven times a week, greatly improves longevity and reduces the likelihood of dying from cardiovascular events by 27% to 50%.
26:13 - 34:18 (08:04)
Summary
Regular exposure to sauna, starting from two to three times a week up to seven times a week, greatly improves longevity and reduces the likelihood of dying from cardiovascular events by 27% to 50%.