If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my twenties, it’s that taking care of my body now is an investment in my future self. And lately, I’ve been obsessed with a wellness ritual that feels equal parts luxurious and life-changing: the sauna.
Picture this—you step into the heat, beads of sweat forming as your body releases the toxins of the day. Your skin starts glowing, your muscles relax, and for a moment, life feels simpler. But what if I told you that this ancient practice doesn’t just make you feel good in the moment? It boosts red blood cell production, enhances recovery, reduces stress, and may even prevent Alzheimer’s.
In today’s Body Detox Series, I’m breaking down the science, the ritual, and the magic of saunas. Are Finnish, infrared, or steam saunas the best? How does hot & cold therapy supercharge the benefits? And can sweating really give you clearer skin and a sharper mind? Let’s find out.
✨ Timestamps:
0:00 – Why longevity matters in your twenties
2:22 – The types: Finnish, Infrared & Steam
5:40 – Red blood cell production & why your heart loves it
7:30 – My sauna ritual
8:30 – Preventing Alzheimer’s + temperature matters!
11:15 – More energy, better skin + stress relief
13:42 – The art of hot + cold therapy
14:50 – The social benefits + outro
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