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Below you'll find links to peer-reviewed research, clinical trials, scientific benefits by section, FAQ's & more

Scientific Benefits

Sauna Benefits

Cardiovascular Health

  • Improved circulation, lymphatic flow, reduced blood pressure, enhanced heart function. 
  • Frequent sauna use (4–7x/week) associated with lower risk of fatal cardiovascular disease.
  • 61% less likely to suffer from a stroke

Source: Laukkanen et al., JAMA Internal Medicine, 2015 

Source: Neurology, 2018

Mental Health

  • Reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety through endorphin release and lowered cortisol. 

 Source: Psychosomatic Medicine, 2005 

Brain Disease

  • Frequent sauna use finds men 66% less likely to be diagnosed with dementia in 20-year follow-up

 Source: University of Eastern Finland, 2016

Skin-health & collagen/elastin production

  • Increased dermal collagen and elastin content 
  • Improved skin texture, reduced fine lines and enhanced elasticity 

Source: Yonsei Medical Journal, 2006

Pain Relief & Muscle Recovery

  • Beneficial for fibromyalgia, arthritis, chronic tension headaches.
  • Increases growth hormone, aiding muscle repair.

Source: Pain Research & Management, 2001

Heavy-Metal excretion via sweat

  • Measurable amounts of toxic metals—specifically arsenic, lead and mercury. (Infrared shows larger benefit than traditional sauna).
  • Liver remains primary detox function

Source: J Environ Public Health 2012


Cold Plunge Benefits

Reduced Inflammation

  • Cold reduces cytokine activity, which plays a role in chronic inflammation and immune overreaction. 

 Source: Frontiers in Physiology, 2018 

Improved Mood & Alertness

  • Triggers norepinephrine and dopamine spikes—natural antidepressant effects

Source: Medical Hypotheses, 2008

Increased Resilience to Stress

  • Regular cold exposure activates the sympathetic nervous system, improving tolerance to physical and mental stress.

Source: European Journal of Applied Physiology, 2000


Contrast Therapy Benefits

Accelerated Recovery

  •  Proven to reduce DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness) more effectively than rest or ice alone.

Source: Sports Medicine, 2013

Improved Circulation

  • Alternating vasodilation (heat) and vasoconstriction (cold) acts like a vascular workout, improving blood flow and oxygen delivery. 

Boosted Immune Function

  •  Stimulates leukocyte and lymphatic activity, reducing sick days.

Source: Westerlund et al., Annals of Medicine, 2009

  • 29% reduction in sickness absences from work (hot to cold showers)

Source: PLOS ONE, 2018

Cognitive Enhancement

  •  Heat stress from sauna increases BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor), linked to improved learning and memory.

Source: Neuroscience Letters, 2008

Improved Sleep

  •  Post visit thermoregulation helps people fall asleep faster and achieve deeper sleep cycles.

Source: Journal of Physiological Anthropology, 2012

We'll continually update this list as information becomes available. Always consult your doctor before attempting hold/cold/or breath therapies. Hear of emerging research we're not covering? Drop us a line!

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