Traditional saunas work by producing very hot air; this effect is created by burning a contained substance with an electric stove element. The resulting steam produces an unusually hot atmosphere which, in turn, causes rapid perspiration on the part of bathers, and triggers what appears to be a ‘cleansing’ process.
However, we now know that – in this situation – the body releases salts rather than toxins. In traditional-style saunas only the body’s surface temperature is heated, and the sweat produced is merely a cooling reaction.
The critical advantage of Far Infrared Saunas is that they penetrate deeply and are consequently able to extract harmful metallic toxins.
From a comfort point of view, Far Infrared Saunas yield many benefits: they enable easier breathing, the air is dry and a sense of claustrophobia and nausea is largely avoided.
To find out more please refer to the handy Comparison Table alongside.