Body of Wonder
Episode #56 Sweating It Out: The Scientific Benefits of Sauna Therapy with Joy Hussain, MD, PhD
26 Nov 2024
Dr. Victoria Maizes and Dr. Andrew Weil delve into physiological and mental health benefits of sauna therapy with Dr. Joy Hussain, MD, PhD. An expert in sauna research, Dr. Hussain reveals the unique effects of various heat therapies—from traditional Finnish saunas to infrared and steam saunas. Explore how sauna activates the body’s natural stress responses, boosting cardiovascular health, improving muscle recovery, and even mitgating perimenopausal symptoms in women. The conversation addresses common questions like, “Do saunas detox the body?” and “Which health conditions have evidence to support sauna use?”
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