The beneficial heat of Cal Heat Saunas enhances the body’s natural detoxification process. Warmth causes capillaries to dilate, increasing blood flow, which in turn presses the heart to pump faster. As a result of increased circulation, the body more quickly collects and flushes out waste products from the liver, kidneys, stomach, muscles, brain, and other organs. The skin and kidneys then filter the waste in the form of sweat and urine.

Skin is therefore often regarded as “the third kidney” because of its cleansing function – sweating out toxins and waste from the body. A 15-minute sauna session excretes the same amount of heavy metals as the kidneys do in a 24-hour period. In fact, sweating is such an effective detoxifier that some physicians recommend home saunas to supplement kidney machines. Potentially harmful impurities that are removed from the body include copper, lead, mercury, and zinc.¹

As the heart pumps harder, oxygen demand is also increased during sauna usage. The lungs, another key eliminator of body waste, function more rapidly, exchanging carbon dioxide for oxygen.

Saunas are also used to help boost and reinforce the immune system. During a sauna session, the body’s temperature increases to an artificial fever-like state. This is the "fever" that Hippocrates refers to: “Give me a fever and I can cure any disease.” Although not “any disease” can be cured by a fever, it is common knowledge that a fever is the body’s natural defense to combating bacteria and viral agents, both which do not survive well at temperatures higher than normal body temperature. In addition, it is possible that damaged cells repair themselves quicker in fever conditions due to an increase in metabolic rate. When fighting a cold, sitting in a sauna also helps to relieve nasal congestion and minor respiratory discomforts.¹

With palms facing down, bend both of your wrists upward and then downward, as shown. You can also exercise one wrist at a time by placing your free hand, thumb up, under the exercising wrist for support. Hands and fingers should be relaxed.

The soothing, all-encompassing heat of the sauna provides relief to stressed joints and tight muscles. As muscles are heated and warmed, they become more flexible and have a greater range of motion. Increased blood circulation also helps the body eliminate waste products, delivering oxygen-rich blood to oxygen-depleted muscles, aiding in muscle recovery. Lactic acid, which causes stiffness in muscles and contributes to general fatigue, is also drawn out during a sweat session in the sauna.

Cal Heat Saunas also aid rejuvenation of the skin for a vibrant complexion. As your body sweats in the heat of the sauna, perspiration flushes out impurities and releases dead skin cells. Skin is cleansed from the inside out as increased circulation draws the skin's own natural nutrients to the surface. As the heart pumps harder, oxygen is likewise delivered in greater amount to the skin. Regular sauna usage promotes improved skin tone, elasticity, texture and clarity. Ultimately, sauna usage is ideal for maintaining healthy skin – properly cared for skin is more resistant to acne, eczema, and psoriasis.

Perhaps the most immediate relief your Cal Heat Sauna will offer is pure relaxation. Just a few minutes in the warmth of your sauna will soothe nerves, relieve tension, and relax tight muscles. With Cal Heat’s wide selection of sauna styles, sizes, options, and accessories, you can customize the perfect sauna to meet your Home Resort and budget ideals. Choose even an outdoor sauna with full-length windows – retreat from everyday day stress and relax in soothing heat as you enjoy a magnificent sunset. Or catch up with family and friends in a spacious indoor sauna as music floods from our exclusive Splash^® CD Stereo System. Trust your enjoyment and home investment to Cal Spas, dedicated to enhancing your lifestyle, improving your health, and changing the way you feel^®.

¹ “Sweat Bathing and the Body.” 1997 Mikkel Aaland. All Rights Reserved.