Is Infrared Light the KEY to Longevity? Detox, Recovery, and Increased Energy with Sunlighten Saunas
Dave Asprey
Nov 19, 2024
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Utilize infrared saunas for superior heavy metal detox
Infrared saunas are more effective at removing heavy metals like mercury, cadmium, and lead through sweat compared to traditional saunas or exercise alone.
Reduce hospitalization and death risk with 15 minutes of daily infrared sauna use
A five-year study found that just 15 minutes of daily infrared sauna use decreased hospitalization and death by 54% in patients with congestive heart failure.
Utilize infrared sauna without preheating for maximum benefits
You can get into an infrared sauna immediately and receive benefits, as the far-infrared wavelength is most effective when the heater's surface is at its coolest temperature.
Energize with infrared saunas instead of draining heat
Unlike high-heat saunas that can leave you feeling drained, infrared saunas are reported to restore and increase your energy levels after a session.
Implement sauna detox stack with activated charcoal and glutathione
For enhanced detoxification, take activated charcoal with electrolytes before your sauna session and glutathione afterward to bind and mop up released toxins.
Recognize sauna-induced blood sugar spike as healthy response
The temporary blood sugar spike seen on a CGM during a sauna session is a healthy exercise-mimicking response and not a cause for concern.
Combine rectal ozone therapy and blood flow restriction for ultimate sauna detox
For an extreme detox, one could combine pre-sauna rectal ozone therapy with in-sauna blood flow restriction bands and grip strength training.
Utilize infrared saunas to eliminate dysfunctional cells for longevity
Infrared light and heat act as a 'zombie slayer' by helping the body clear out dysfunctional senescent (zombie) cells, which is crucial for longevity.
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