By Timothy Croy
For thousands of years, steam baths have been recognized as an integral method used to purify and detoxify the skin. Today, millions of people worldwide visit a steam bath because it increases circulation, stimulates the immune system, and creates a well-rounded therapeutic experience.
People are also realizing the relaxing and stress relieving benefits of a steam bath. Individuals with arthritis or aches may find that the heat produced by the steam bath relaxes muscles, relieving pain and inflammation. People with asthma also welcome the respiratory benefits of a steam bath, as it dilates air passageways of the lung and aids in the breathing process. Steam baths also promote sweating. Sweat is a natural way for the skin to purify the pores and remove dirt and grime, as well as giving the skin a healthy glow. Some believe sweating to be therapeutic and relaxing to the mind. To each their own.
The increased body heat also dilates blood vessels and increases circulation. The added blood flow strengthens the heart by allowing more blood to be pumped per beat (stroke volume). This effect is very healthy for the heart. Some call it a workout in a box! Although you don’t get the benefits of increased muscle tone during a traditional workout, your heart and vessels receive all the benefits, without the work. Pretty amazing!
Steam baths are also known to “elicit” the natural process of a fever. Although many believe a fever to be negative process, it is actually a part of the body’s natural healing process. During a state of fever, the body raises its temperature which naturally prevents or hampers growth of bacteria or viruses. Our body’s ability to digest harmful toxins and bacteria is increased via white blood cell and anti-body production. The increased production of these protective cells allows a surge or burst in immunity defense, and aids in curing common sicknesses such as the cold or flu.
Here are some other general benefits of a Steam Bath.
* relieving stiff joints and muscle tensions
* stress release
* detoxification of lymph glands
* promotes healthy immune system
* alleviating sinus congestion
* increasing metabolism
* aids in the reduction of muscle spasms
* reduce chronic pain
* promotes blood circulation, increasing heart strength
As you can see, steam baths have numerous health benefits. So what are you waiting for? Go try one out for yourself. You have nothing to lose and a slew of health benefits to gain!
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Thanks for your interesting post. The circulatory system is key to delivering oxygen around our body, and the more we realize this then the more in tune with our health will become. Things like tingly finers and dizziness can be signs that our blood circulation is not good. In my manual I teach people how to improve their circulation – real remedies that work.