Sauna

| The Finns have always considered the sauna the panacea of ​​happiness. And if by this we mean physical and mental well-being, they are not misguided.

From the moment we enter the sauna, the body experiences a series of reactions due to the sudden increase in temperature:

• Immediately, sweat appears and the pores of the skin open, which triggers the elimination of toxins, and the epidermis is thoroughly cleansed.
• In addition, the concentration of heat benefits the cardiovascular system because the heart, by adapting to vasodilation, pumps harder and circulation is promoted.
• The action of heat also helps to alleviate pain (arthritis, rheumatism ...) since by activating the blood supply, it improves the elasticity of the.
• It also improves breathing. In case of, it favors bronchodilation, decreases shortness of breath and facilitates expectoration. In case of asthma, the immune response that defends the mucosa against infection is stimulated.
• And all this accompanied by great relaxation, both physical and mental, which is why it is ideal as an anti-stress therapy. In addition, although the sauna is not the source of eternal youth, it does oxygenate all the tissues, it allows them to preserve their full vitality.

How to take it?

If you've never tried it, it's time to do it, and if you already know it, enjoy its virtues again. Of course, to fully benefit from it, shower before with warm water, rub the skin with a horsehair glove and dry well. And when you go out, take a shower with cold or warm water, with the jet from the extremities towards the center (heart). Afterward, pat yourself dry and apply almond oil to hydrate your skin. With two or three weekly sessions, you will notice the benefits.

In the sauna, get on the middle or upper bench, lying down or sitting with your feet on the seat so that your whole body is at the same temperature. It remains a maximum of 15 minutes, although it is normal to notice that at 8-10 the body already wants to cool down. Before going out, sit with your feet dangling on the bench so that the circulation adapts to the vertical position, thus avoiding dizziness and vertigo.

Remember:

Those who suffer from a serious deficiency of the heart or circulatory system, such as, should not take it. Nor is it advisable for those with a predisposition to have high blood pressure, those with arteriosclerosis, and those who suffer from some type of serious lung disease of liver or kidney origin to abuse it.

tip: one of the most appreciated virtues of the sauna is that it allows you to release the tension accumulated during the day. One day when you leave work, take the test. What you should know

• Inside the sauna the pores are opened, toxins are eliminated and the skin is cleansed.
• The sauna relieves pain, improves breathing and relaxes you both physically and mentally.
• It is recommended not to spend more than 15 minutes in the sauna.