Sauna bathing is an ancient practice that dates back thousands of years. The traditional steam sauna has been a part of Finnish culture for at least 2,000 years, and possibly even longer. Infrared saunas, on the other hand, are a relatively modern innovation that have been around for several decades and started gaining popularity in the United States in the 1980s and 90s.

While sauna bathing has several scientifically-proven health benefits, sauna enthusiasts often debate whether traditional steam saunas or infrared saunas are more effective.

I’m a huge fan of intentional heat exposure and own both a full-spectrum infrared sauna and a steam sauna, so I figured it was time to compare both sauna types side by side based on scientific evidence and my hands-on experience.

If you’re looking to add a sauna to your home but are undecided about whether a steam or infrared sauna is best, watch this video so you can make an informed decision.

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[Chapter Markers]
0:00 - Intro
1:06 - What Is Sauna Bathing? (How It Works)
3:48 - Infrared Sauna vs. Steam Sauna: Health Benefits
5:31 - Benefit #1: Improves Cardiovascular Health
7:32 - Benefit #2: Speeds Up Recovery
9:11 - Benefit #3: Promotes Healthier Skin
10:18 - Benefit #4: Boosts Your Immune System
11:43 - Benefit #5: Improves Your Respiratory Health
12:41 - Benefit #6: Enables Healthy Hormone Production
14:13 - Benefit #7: Promotes Weight Loss
15:36 - Benefit #8: Relieves Stress and Tension
16:30 - Things to Consider When Choosing Your Sauna
20:22 - EMF Exposure
21:12 - Off-Gassing
21:39 - Emissivity
22:18 - My Closing Thoughts

[Links]
- 11 Infrared Sauna Benefits: https://michaelkummer.com/health/infr...
- Steam Sauna vs. Infrared Sauna Blog Post: https://michaelkummer.com/health/stea...
- Sunlighten mPulse Infrared Sauna Review Video:    • Sunlighten mPulse Believe Infrared Sa...  
- Sunlighten mPulse Infrared Sauna Review Blog Post: https://michaelkummer.com/health/sunl...
- Sunlighten Solo Infrared Sauna Review: https://michaelkummer.com/health/sunl...
- Redwood Outdoors Steam Sauna Review Video:
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- Redwood Outdoors Steam Sauna Review Blog Post:
https://michaelkummer.com/health/ther...
- Benefits of Using Sauna and Ice Bath Together: https://michaelkummer.com/health/ice-...
- Red Light Therapy Benefits: https://michaelkummer.com/health/red-...

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[Medical Disclaimer]
The information shared on this video is for educational purposes only, is not a substitute for the advice of medical doctors or registered dietitians (which I am not) and should not be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat any condition. Consult with a physician before starting a fitness regimen, adding supplements to your diet, or making other changes that may affect your medications, treatment plan, or overall health.

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