The Infra-Red Sauna is one of the most exciting developments in the health market giving a wide range of benefits which could change a persons whole outlook on life.
All our infra-red saunas are classed as Far-infra-red saunas. This is the most beneficial infrared treatment for your health. Benefits such as - helping you to get fitter and healthier whilst using up huge amounts of calories. This is all achieved by using a infra-red sauna on a regular basis.
A session in a Infra-red sauna is a totally pleasant and rewarding experience with the user able to select whatever temperature they wish their bodies to be, without the discomfort of the air being too warm. This is because the emitters in the sauna heat up the person rather than the air. Out of 100% Infra-red energy only 20% heats up the air and 80% is converted to heat within our bodies.
WEIGHT CONTROL
Depending on the person, a 30 minute session in a Infra-red sauna can result in up to 800 calories being used or the equivalent of a long run.
Also , because of the deep tissue penetration it is one of the fastest and most effective ways of dealing with cellulite.
PHYSICAL FITNESS
According to the American Medical Association and N.A.S.A., an Infra-red sauna session keeps your cardiovascular system just as healthy as if you were undertaking regular exercise. It has been widely used by astronauts and athletes to great effect.
Far Range Infrared Sauna We have been researching FRI for 10 years and using it clinically for the past 5 years. During this time we have learnt a lot about the capabilities of FRI saunas and dismissed a whole load of myths and exaggerated claims.
Our Sauna is a True Therapeutic Unit containing high emission Ceramic Beamers which offer high therapeutic benefits. (Many FRI Saunas are close relatives of heaters and generally provide high levels of heat with very little and in some cases no therapeutic benefits). Unlike a steam sauna FRI brings benefits such as: A much less stifling atmosphere (you can read a magazine), bacteria free environment, faster healing and regeneration, improved cardio vascular function, lower blood pressure, calorie loss, detoxification, cellulite reduction, reduction in joint pain, sciatica, stress reduction and many more therapeutic benefits. However, in our view not all claims made regarding FRI saunas are true) Always bear in mind that the secret to all health regimes is regular participation. For example – very often people who do not sweat can be highly toxic and although toxins will be excreted from the body via other routes, they will need to sauna regularly to bring about the desired effects. Believe us it is worth it if you are using an appropriate system, and we have seen some remarkable changes. If you are considering buying an FRI sauna for home use please talk to us and we will source the right one for you at the right price.
Any Far Infrared Sauna can be therapeutic – the question is how therapeutic ???
This is determined by how much total far infrared is being emitted from the heater. Most models emit less than 50% and others less than 10% of their total heat is Far Infrared. However, to get any real health benefits, you want a FIR sauna that emits substantial levels of its total heat in the form of Far Infrared.
have a look at some of the systems available to help you through the mine field of sales talk and unfounded claims.
Domes , Pods and the like, only emit up to 5% FRI, and can expose you to a very high Electro Magnetic Field from wiring.
Flat Carbon panel or Flat Carbon Sheet. 5 - 10%
Most of the heater is made of plastic with a carbon sprayed veneer about as thick as the paint on your car, and plastic is a non FIR emission material. Because of the amount of wiring involved in these panels, it creates a high Electro Magnetic Field. This emitter is also considered TOXIC, as plastic emits dioxins and other toxic material. Not recommended for chemical sensitive people. These are very cheap to make, and are not recommended by us.
Steel Incology, Steel Rod 40 – 50% *** *
These will emit up to 40–50% FRI, but again the majority of the heat material is non FRI emitting, and the emitters can become hot. However, if you understand the technology you can get some good ones. (always enquire at Naturopharma re: sourcing these models for you)
Sand Filled Ceramic Tube 94% **** *
This is a good emitter that has a 94% emission according to the manufacturer. Just a single wire runs through the centre of the tube to create the heat that is transferred to the sand and ceramic, but it does require professional sourcing.
Lava Filled Ceramic 96% level of FRI controllable. ***** *
These according to the independent experts are amongst the best FRI systems available. The FRI emission is controllable, and the construction quality is both superb and superior.
Ceramic Flat Plate Concave Emitter 96% + ***** *
These are also at the top of the league, and are definitely worth the investment both in terms of quality and workmanship. They produce outstanding levels of controllable FRI therapeutic emissions, and at the end of the day it is all about achievable performance and health benefits, which these units can deliver.
* Denotes systems that we would be prepared to source and supply to both professionals and the general public.
Some of the claims made by dealers, salesmen and possibly manufacturers regarding FRI Saunas are exaggerated and many may be untrue. The above information has been collected from researchers, engineers and clinical data which is readily available both nationally and internationally within the public domain. We believe the sources are reliable. However, as all information on this page is for scientific, educational and information purposes only, you should always investigate the market yourself and explore these findings further to verify their accuracy. If you have any medical conditions you should always consult a doctor or healthcare professional before using an FRI Sauna.
Our advice and recommendations when using a FRI Sauna. Remember that sweat does not just contain bad things but also good things too, such as vital minerals. Sweat is blood without protein or cellular content.
Apart from all other indications and contra-indications the following three points must be observed, in our view.
Sauna for shorter periods 20 – 30 min. (45 min. should be the longest time you stay in n FRI sauna)
Always shower after a sauna. (otherwise toxins will just re-enter through open pores)
Take a multi mineral following sauna. (not from energy drinks, try MMM powdered minerals with water)
Medical practitioners have reported that by following this regime patients have lost up to 75% of toxic chemicals stored in fat cells of the body. Further, this regime allows toxins stored deeper in the body to rise and be excreted during the next session.
Regular use is essential.
*** The above statements are based upon our findings and beliefs. You should always verify this for yourself. Remember, it is likely that your first contact when buying a FRI Sauna will be a salesman. Always verify their claims in real terms. Many claims being made regarding the efficacy of FRI Sauna are not necessarily accurate or in some cases even true.
