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Posted 10/7/2014 2:48 PM (GMT 0)
Hi - Just wanted to see if anyone had any experience with Far Infrared saunas and whether they helped? We are thinking about installing one when we finish our basement this winter so am also looking for recs on non-toxic brands/Low EMF brands. Any experiences or advice is helpful as we consider whether or not to bother with this. Thanks!
Posted 10/7/2014 3:39 PM (GMT 0)
A lot of people report good results with them. I liked a good ol' sauna just fine. It is a fantastic diaphoretic. I would recommend doing some research on a few. Dr. Jernigan recommends Thermal Life Saunas but they are pretty pricey.

Saunas come up on Craigslist a lot too so that might be worth checking out!
Posted 10/7/2014 7:18 PM (GMT 0)
I too am thinking about buying a far infrared sauna and was going to post a similar message. I am concerned though because I don't know if I can handle it. I overheat very easily and have issues with dizziness, and fatigue. Can anyone advise if this is a good idea or would it possibly be a waste of my money.

Sorry GreenBlue - I didn't mean to hijack your post!
Posted 10/7/2014 8:32 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks Opugirl good info. No worries Summersun - good question!
Posted 10/7/2014 9:04 PM (GMT 0)
Yes, they help, but very high temps make me get sick with the POTS and migraines. Under controlled temps, they are great, esp. when combined with a bentonite clay bath afterwards
I use Sunlighten. It's a reputable brand.

Margaret
Posted 10/7/2014 11:44 PM (GMT 0)
I just bought a portable far sauna. It's great and affordable. Heats up to 150 degrees and has a foot heating pad. I sit in it for half an hour and step out dripping wet. It comes with a chair so you can use it sitting in front of a tv or something. See below link.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000ZGQUJO/ref=pd_aw_sims_2?pi=SS115&simLd=1
Posted 10/8/2014 1:46 AM (GMT 0)
I would be very careful if it's plastic, bc you don't want to breathe in plastic fumes.

Mine is like a tunnel; it's parallel to the floor, and comes with a thingamajig you lie on.

Margaret
Posted 10/8/2014 2:27 AM (GMT 0)
Yes theoretically I'm looking for something made from wood that is treated properly so as to avoid toxic fumes and with low EMF. I just began my research and am realizing its a bit more complicated than I originally thought. Analysis paralysis.
Posted 10/8/2014 7:13 AM (GMT 0)
Mercola.com sells one that he claims is safe. Have you tried one out? If not, there may be someplace where you can. Some fitness places have some.

We found we couldn't use one, because we can't tolerate the heat around our heads. We also don't sweat easily. I got a Biomat instead.
Posted 10/8/2014 7:39 AM (GMT 0)
I use that sunlighten one too.. After a bunch of research it seemed like a brand that wouldn't cause harm. I'd be wary of the inexpensive ones.. too good to be true! They have fumes. Even though I have heat issues, low blood pressure, fatigue, I can still use the sauna fine. I actually find it stimulating and invigorating... Mine is one where you lie down so it's restful too.
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