How does a far infrared sauna compare to an old-fashioned sauna?
Far infrared is unique in that the far infrared energy is experienced directly as heat and is absorbed and penetrates the body 1.5 to 2 inches. This allows it to mobilize toxins that are stored in the fat cells and eliminate some directly out of the body via the sweat (in addition to the body’s other elimination mechanisms). Old-fashioned saunas only heat the very outer-most layer of skin and do not boost the release of toxins the way a Thermal Life sauna can. Also, the Thermal Life far infrared sauna is much more comfortable to use. A traditional sauna can be as hot as 180° F to 200° F versus our sauna which does not need to run any higher than 130°F. Old-fashioned saunas can be harsh on the body and use water so as not to dry out the mucus membranes — water is not needed or part of a far infrared sauna (only an electrical outlet is needed). Another important point to understand is that blood pressure starts to increase with temperatures over 140°F and so the body is not kept in a st
