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The Benefits of Sauna Use: A Conversation with Dr. Rhonda Patrick
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2:54:29 - 3:00:24 (05:54)

Dr. Rhonda Patrick shares the research behind sauna use and its benefits, including increased epinephrine and dopamine, reduced cardiovascular mortality, and improved growth hormone release.

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Sauna use for 30 minutes, two to three times per week, as hot as you can safely tolerate, can reduce the risk of cardiovascular events by 27%.
2:54:29 - 2:57:58 (03:28)
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Sauna use
Summary

Sauna use for 30 minutes, two to three times per week, as hot as you can safely tolerate, can reduce the risk of cardiovascular events by 27%. However, excessive sauna use can reduce the benefits of growth hormone release.

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The Benefits of Sauna Use: A Conversation with Dr. Rhonda Patrick
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#277 – Andrew Huberman: Focus, Stress, Relationships, and Friendship
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Taking a cold ice bath or shower can lead to a 200-300% increase in epinephrine and dopamine, and trigger the release of heat shock proteins that help repair broken or misfired proteins in the body.
2:57:58 - 3:00:24 (02:26)
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Health
Summary

Taking a cold ice bath or shower can lead to a 200-300% increase in epinephrine and dopamine, and trigger the release of heat shock proteins that help repair broken or misfired proteins in the body. Cold exposure can also make the endorphin receptor more sensitive, leading to increased pleasure from enjoyable events in daily life.

Chapter
The Benefits of Sauna Use: A Conversation with Dr. Rhonda Patrick
Episode
#277 – Andrew Huberman: Focus, Stress, Relationships, and Friendship
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast