the Major Advantages of Far Infrared Saunas Over Conventional Saunas Are:
Far infrared saunas operate at temperatures of 100 degrees F to 130 degrees F. Conventional saunas operate at temperatures of 180 degrees F to 220 degrees F, temperatures are not as well tolerated.
Far infrared is claimed to heat tissue three times as much as conventional saunas.
Far infrared's resonant absorption causes more toxins expelled through the kidney, liver, and hair.
Far infrared saunas are safer as there are no hot surfaces or high temperatures.
Far infrared saunas are portable and easy to assemble.
Far infrared saunas' lower temperatures do not dry out the mucous membranes like conventional saunas.
Infrared energy requires 90% less electrical energy (thus a lower electrical bill).
Less than 20% of the infrared energy heats the air, leaving 80% available to be directly converted to heat within the body.
Warms the user to a much greater depth (up to three inches) and more efficiently than the conventional sauna.
Induces 2-3 times the sweat volume as conventional saunas, increasing many of the health benefits, including detoxification, cardiovascular conditioning, and calorie burning.
The lower heat ranges may be safer for those with cardiovascular risks.
The air is more pleasant and easier to breathe, making the sauna more comfortable to use. Many models pump in fresh air.
Warm up only takes 5-10 minutes compared to 30-90 minutes for conventional saunas.
Uses no water, thus no plumbing costs, bacterial growth, or cleanup.
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