A recent article published in JAMA Internal Medicine concluded that regular sauna use resulted in increased longevity, a decreased risk of fatal cardiovascular disease, and decreased overall mortality. 1 For those in the know about saunas, this is not startling news but a striking confirmation…
There have been recent articles illustrating the beneficial relationship between sauna therapy and athletic performance. Much of the information in those articles comes from the work of Dr. Rhonda Perciaville Patrick, PhD. She authored a blog article and has a…
The Skin Human skin is truly an incredible organ and is the epitome of multitasking. The skin holds us in and provides a physical barrier against injury and infection. The skin is crucial to homeostatic temperature control, cooling the body…