Infra-Red Sauna Sessions
Now Available at `The Clinic for Health and Energy Restoration'

Have we gone too far in abusing the Sun’s powerful UV ray's? 

All Life requires "Far Infra-Red Energy" from the sun to survive and be healthy.

Sauna’s (Far-Infra Red) vs. Tanning Bed 

I felt it was important to write this article as I have noticed that in the last few years tanning beds have become an epidemic or even an addiction with some. In talking to many people relating to sun tanning beds, I have surprisingly discovered that many of them are not using them primarily to achieve a tan.

Many people today are using tanning beds in an attempt to stay warm in the winter time. They feel that this is the closest that they can get to the sun’s heat, while it's exposure is more limited during the long winter months. I have found this is particularly true of many of the baby boomers that are using tanning beds.

Unfortunately for them they may not be fully aware of all of the long term repercussions that these beds may have on their general health as well as their skin after prolonged use. The World Health Organization strongly advises against the use of tanning beds for many reasons. Of course we all know about the increased risk of developing Melanoma, Basal or Squamous cell skin cancer. Some other risks include suppression of the immune system, damage to the cornea of the eyes, burns to the skin and the promotion of premature aging due to severe dehydration of the skin.

In some tanning beds the UV rays are much higher then that of the sun itself. In some cases, a short time in them can be like lying on the beach in the sun for an entire day. In many younger girls today tanning has become a part of their weekly routine. As a result many Medical Centers are finding that there is an increased trend in cases of Melanoma and Non Melanoma skin cancer in much younger people today. 

With all this being said there is a healthy alternative to finding your place in the sun in the winter time, or any time.  This can be done by way of Far Infra-Red Sauna Sessions. The Far Infra-Red Sauna is the same as the sun’s radiant heat, the safe and healing energy spectrum of the sun. People who need the sun’s warmth in the winter can achieve this through these Sauna sessions, all the while making great improvement to their body and their skins health.

Many people suffer with cold dampness in their body which can obstruct the circulation of blood and energy to the various tissues making them feel cold most of the time. Infra-Red Sauna’s can help to expel cold damp from the body by increasing circulation and promoting blood flow to the under active tissues. This type of sauna can also improve immune system function to strengthen your resistance to colds and flu’s. Some other benefits of these Sauna’s are in reducing pain and inflammation in the body,  improving digestion, improving the skin and anti-aging, helping with winter blue’s and depression, detoxification of heavy metals and other toxins, helping with weight and cellulite reduction and relaxing the body and reducing stress. There are many more benefits.

The Infra-Red Sauna is a dry heat sauna, which promotes sweating while relaxing in it for 30 minute sessions. Depending on how active your body and skin are, in one thirty minute session you may burn 300 to 600 Calories, and have a cardiovascular workout as if you have ran 4-6 miles. There have been studies conducted using Infra-Red Sauna's with people suffering from Fibromyalgia. A great number of these people showed a remarked improvement with much alleviation of the symptoms and pain associated with this disorder. They are now conducting studies with relation to Infra-Red sauna’s and cancer patients.

Far Infra-Red Sauna’s have been used for 25 years as an integrated part of a healing or medical plan in many countries including, China, Japan, and Europe. Fortunately for us in the western world today, we are now becoming aware of the Far Infra-Red Sauna’s many health and beauty benefits. 

My hope is that in the near future we will make more educated choices to find our right place in the Sun.

This article is in no way meant to replace sound advice from your doctor. If in doubt consult your        Physician.  

Clinic for Health and Energy Restoration offers individual Infra-red Sauna Sessions, or monthly/yearly membership options. 

Call to book Cheryl Bronson - Certified Acupuncturist (905) 914-2097/(905) 668-2097