Infrared sauna for weight loss: contraindications, benefits and harm
Speaking of an infrared sauna, first of allit should be noted that it differs from the usual built-in radiators of infrared waves, which, depending on the type of sauna, are of different lengths. The human body in this cabin is warmed up precisely because of these rays.
To date, the infrared sauna isan attribute of many fitness centers, beauty salons and sports clubs. However, its popularity does not negate the availability of both good and bad, which will be discussed further.
Benefits and harm of infrared sauna
Mainly the use of infrared saunais manifested in the fact that it helps to accelerate the metabolism in the body, get rid of excess fluid, and lose weight. How does this happen? Let's try to understand. So, infrared rays begin to warm up the body and, penetrating into soft tissues, accelerate the movement of molecules.
In addition, under the influence of rays, it improvesblood flow and circulation, and vessels expand. Thus, it can be said that this procedure is an excellent prophylaxis for the early onset of atherosclerosis and blood clots.
Often an infrared saunaathletes, in order to relieve muscle pain. Such irradiation excels lactic acid from the muscles and removes unpleasant sensations in them. Among other things, the infrared sauna is a kind of cardio training, allowing you to strengthen the heart and improve its performance. And now let's talk about the possible harm of this procedure.
First, an infrared sauna for weight loss canprovoke deplorable consequences in case of ignoring the recommendations and prohibitions of the doctor or in the presence of certain diseases. Secondly, harm to the body can cause and improper mode of visiting the IR-cabin.
It is forbidden to visit her before a seriousphysical or moral load, and also at the beginning of an active day. In this case, it is better to postpone this procedure for the evening. Thirdly, the negative impact can arise in the case of going to an infrared sauna with the presence of cosmetics on the face and body.
Also, in order to avoid the negative consequences of visiting the infrared cabin, it is necessary to drink enough during the session and not to abuse the amount of time spent in it.
Slimming with an infrared sauna: basic contraindications
Before you go to the session, make sure that the contraindications listed below are not available. These, in particular, are:
- Malignant formation;
- skin diseases, psoriasis;
- purulent inflammation;
- a cold, flu, ARVI, ARI;
- elevated body temperature;
- diabetes;
- any infectious diseases;
- Hyperfunction of the thyroid gland; -
some forms of tuberculosis;
- pressure disturbances;
- ischemic heart disease, heart failure, arrhythmia, tachycardia and other heart diseases;
- endometriosis, mastopathy, uterine fibroids;
- joint diseases (arthritis, arthrosis, etc.)
How often should I go to the sauna for weight loss?
All the nuances of visiting the infrared sauna, we found out, and now you need to find out how often you can visit it. So, you can visit it daily provided that the body's water balance is maintained.
The main thing is not to sit in the cockpit for longer than the prescribed time and not to hold several sessions in a row. In pursuit of a good and slender figure, you can do yourself harm.
And, at last, I would like to remind you that losing weight only with the help of an infrared sauna will not be effective if you do not add regular sports and nutrition correction to these procedures. Do not hurry, because losing weight too fast is dangerous for health.
Author: Katerina Sergeenko
