How to Use a Sauna

A sauna provides the homeowner with a lovely way to relax, sit back and warm up, even when it's cold outside. A sauna is also a great social tool or function as well. A sauna can help to relieve pain and help with a cold or flu. Relaxing in the warm sauna, your stress will slink away and a feeling of well-being will course over you. Like anything else though, it's important you use the sauna in moderation. Prolonged exposure can be unsafe and lead to health issues, so be sure to be smart and follow some simple rules.

The first point of advice would be to read the instructions before using your sauna. The instructions will have health warnings and important caution notes that you should be aware of. Be sure to check the temperature and ensure it does not exceed the requirements for your area. A sauna in Europe has a much higher temperature setting or rating then here. You don't want the sauna to be too hot or it may cause health problems.
There are situations in which you should not use the sauna as well:
  • If you are pregnant you should not use the sauna, or if you are trying to conceive. Heat stroke and fainting are possibilties
  • Children under a certain age should not use the sauna
  • If you feel ill when in the sauna - get out right away
  • If you have trouble breathing leave the sauna right away
Note: Drink lots of water. It is possible to get dehydrated from using the sauna. This can lead to you getting heat stroke. Don't drink alchohol before using the sauna. If you just went on a bender, stay away. Dehydration leads to fainting which leads to... well, you get the idea. Do not stay in the sauna longer then 20 minutes!

How to Use a Sauna

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How to Use a Sauna