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Pertti Olavi Jalasjaa - EzineArticles.com Expert Author
Pertti Olavi Jalasjaa is the Finnish-born author of “The Art of Sauna Building,” an acclaimed reference book on sauna construction. He is also the general manager of Great Saunas, which has been manufacturing and selling high-quality saunas and sauna kits to sauna enthusiasts around the world since 1974.
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- Far Infrared Energy and Far Infrared Saunas - 40 Fascinating Facts
[Home-Improvement:Appliances] Although more and more people are learning firsthand about the fabulous benefits of owning a far infrared sauna or heat therapy room, many others still possess very little knowledge of this important subject. The following information has been compiled to help spread the good news with the hope of placing more people on the path to greater health, relaxation and happiness.
- Western Red Cedar Saunas - "Saunas of Life"
[Shopping-and-Product-Reviews] Throughout the years, saunas made of Western red cedar have been repeatedly touted to be useful to people who are fortunate enough to own them or use them on a regular basis. Sweat bathing in cedar saunas has been credited with improving lung function, promoting blood circulation, increasing immunity to viruses and infections, assisting skin care, and aiding relaxation.
- Sauna Therapy - What Research Reveals
[Health-and-Fitness] The people of Finland aren’t the only folks who know about the tremendous benefits of sauna therapy. Around the world, doctors, researchers and other professionals have discovered the great value of utilizing sauna heat to stimulate the immune system, help increase the body’s white blood cell count, facilitate detoxification, and produce a state of general relaxation that is essential to the healing process.
- Sauna Rooms - For Greater Health, Homes and Happiness
[Home-Improvement] For its proven positive impact on human health and happiness, an indoor sauna room should be regarded as a necessity for anyone who owns a home.
- Sauna Rocks - Another Hot Sauna Topic
[Home-Improvement:Appliances] Even in the modern era of far infrared sauna therapy, many traditional sauna enthusiasts refuse to be swayed in their belief that sauna rocks are essential to achieving the definitive sauna experience. And, while sauna fans are free to forever debate what defines an authentic sauna bath, it is an absolute must that rock sauna owners always use proper sauna rocks in their saunas.
- Great Saunas Have Great Sauna Doors
[Home-Improvement:Appliances] If you’re planning to buy a sauna, you should think seriously about your sauna door. Indeed, one of the most important components of a sauna is its door. A sauna door is much more than just a sauna’s entrance and exit, and sauna shoppers need to give this essential part of the structure the consideration it deserves.
- Pre-cut Sauna Kits - Choices to Consider
[Home-Improvement:Appliances] Pre-cut sauna kits are perfect for people who appreciate the pleasures and benefits of sauna bathing but don’t want to go to the trouble or expense of having a sauna professionally constructed and installed for them.
- Affordable Saunas Really Do Exist
[Home-Improvement] Too many people consider home saunas to be expensive luxury items. These are the people, however, who know the least about saunas. They don’t realize how tremendously valuable saunas can be as effective weapons against illness, and they are unaware of just how easy buying a sauna at an affordable price has become. Even if you are just faintly interested in saunas or sauna kits, don't make any assumptions or jump to any conclusions before you get all the facts on the subject.
- Portable Saunas - For Home and Away
[Health-and-Fitness] Regardless of whether it’s for business or pleasure, being away from home for an extended period can cause great inner turmoil for many reasons. A portable sauna offers the reluctant traveler a healthy way to alleviate a lot of that anxiety. But portable saunas aren’t just for travelers. Many folks who rarely stray far from home own and love portable saunas.
- Home Sauna Advantages
[Home-Improvement:Appliances] Many people first discover the joy of sauna bathing in a spa or a health club. Others may be introduced to the pleasures of the sauna by friends who already own their own traditional Finnish or far infrared sauna. However a person may experience a sauna bath for the first time and however wonderfully relaxing or invigorating that experience may be, it simply does not compare with the delight of being a home sauna owner.
- Indoor Sauna Rooms - The Inside Scoop
[Home-Improvement] Thanks to the many different types of home saunas now on the market, almost any residence can accommodate the addition of one of these therapeutic marvels. Portable saunas are often popular choices for people who live in smaller quarters such as apartments or condominiums, while outdoor saunas can be ideal for homeowners whose properties include backyards. If, however, you prefer permanent to portable and your dream is to incorporate a sauna into the private confines of your own cozy little home, don't rule out an indoor sauna just because you think you haven't enough space. With the help of the right sauna specialist, you can find the perfect indoor sauna for your surroundings.
- Sauna Stoves - Wood Burning, Gas or Electric?
[Home-Improvement:Appliances] Which type of sauna stove or sauna heater is best is truly a matter of opinion. Sure, one type of heater may be better than another in certain conditions and circumstances, but the bottom line seems to be that wood burning sauna stoves, gas sauna stoves, and electric sauna stoves each have their own appeal.
- Sauna Accessories for an Even Better Sauna Bath
[Home-Improvement:Appliances] Every experienced sauna bather knows how valuable the right sauna accessories can be. Used properly, sauna accessories can help a sauna bather create the perfect ambience for a relaxing and refreshing soak in the soothing heat of a sauna.
- Hot Sauna, Hot Tips
[Home-Improvement:Appliances] Here are just a few tips to help you reap the greatest rewards in your sauna.
- Mercury Toxicity and Far Infrared Saunas
[Health-and-Fitness] Mercury is the most toxic non-radioactive element on Earth, and the World Health Organization has declared that no level of mercury can be considered to be safe. To help detoxify the body of dangerous heavy metals like mercury, many doctors recommend the use of far infrared saunas.
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and the Far Infrared Sauna
[Health-and-Fitness] Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) has been debilitating patients and baffling medical professionals for years. Many theorists argue that a strong connection exists between chronic fatigue syndrome and toxin exposure and advocate the use of far infrared saunas as a way to help those afflicted.
- Fibromyalgia and the Far Infrared Sauna
[Health-and-Fitness] While theorists may differ on the specific causes of fibromyalgia, there is some agreement among doctors that patients with fibromyalgia can benefit from a combination of mild exercise, heat therapy, and relaxation, all three of which can be achieved through the use of a far infrared sauna.
- Saunas for Superior Sleep
[Health-and-Fitness:Sleep-Snoring] Whether you purchase a prefab sauna room, a do-it-yourself sauna kit, a traditional Finnish sauna, or a far infrared sauna cabin, the sauna you buy should make a positive impact on the quality of your sleep as well as your physical and mental well-being.
- The Sauna - Ready, Set, Sweat!
[Health-and-Fitness] Sweating is your body’s way of regulating its temperature and removing waste material. In the interest of better health, your goal should not be to block, inhibit or reduce perspiration; it should be to find ways to sweat more effectively, preferably in a controlled environment away from any threat of embarrassment. What better environment exists for achieving such a goal than a home sauna?
- Western Red Cedar - A Multi-Purpose Softwood
[Home-Improvement] Whether you’re building a sauna, gazebo, greenhouse, patio deck, canoe or casket, odds are against you finding a more suitable softwood for your project than Western red cedar. Just ask any of the expert craftsmen who for years have been using Western red cedar to build high-quality wood products for their own use as well as for the enjoyment of other discerning people around the world.
- Soak Stress Away in a Sauna
[Health-and-Fitness] With all the damage that stress can cause your mind and body, right now is the best time to learn how to relax, and inside a hot sauna room, away from all your life’s demands and distractions, may just be the best place to do it.
- Saunas or Hot Tubs - What's the Healthier Choice?
[Health-and-Fitness] Few people would dispute that home saunas and hot tubs can effectively assist an individual’s efforts to relax, but recently released information may lead some health-conscious bathers to opt for a soothing session in the sauna over a dip in the hot tub.
- Saunas and Sauna Kits - Choices for Bathers and Builders
[Home-Improvement:Bath-and-Shower] If you're interested in buying or building a sauna for your personal use, you first need to determine which style of sauna will best suit your needs and lifestyle. Being able to differentiate between the many sauna types should be the initial goal of every first-time sauna buyer and would-be sauna builder.
- Put Saunas on the Frontlines of Your Body's Health Battles
[Health-and-Fitness:Alternative] Once cadmium, toluene, mercury and the many other toxins we constantly expose ourselves to end up in our bodies, our health is unquestionably at high risk. However, there are ways to work to get heavy metals, unwanted chemicals and other pollutants out of our systems. One such way is with a sauna.
- The Health Benefits of Sauna Bathing
[Health-and-Fitness] For people who are caught up in the high pressure and extreme stresses of 21st century society, the sauna offers problem-free peace and a plethora of other perks and privileges, not the least of which are the indisputable health benefits.
- The Finnish Sauna - 16 Steps to Total Pleasure
[Home-Improvement] Consider the following steps on your road to finding fulfillment in the sauna.
- The Evolution of the Sauna
[Home-Improvement] Today, facilities catering to fans of both traditional and far infrared saunas can be found in abundance. Because many health benefits are associated with regular sauna use, saunas are common amenities in health clubs, spas, clinics, and luxury resort hotels around the globe. As well, because saunas and sauna kits are available in good supply at affordable prices, saunas have also found their place in the basements, bathrooms and backyards of many homes throughout the world.
- The Finnish Sauna - An Introduction to the Finnish Language
[Health-and-Fitness:Alternative] Among the great benefits a traditional Finnish sauna offers is a thorough cleansing of the body. The heat of the sauna helps to open pores in the skin and flush out built-up bacteria through heavy perspiration. Regular sauna use is also good for blood circulation, pain relief, and strengthening the body’s immune system. Health benefits such as these have been touted in numerous books and articles that have been written on the subject of Finnish saunas. However, there is one potential benefit of traditional sauna bathing that has been repeatedly overlooked by even the most fervent supporters of the Finnish sauna. As obvious as it may seem in hindsight, it’s still worth mentioning: the traditional Finnish sauna bath can serve as a great introduction to the Finnish language.
- Far Infrared Saunas - Lighting the Way to Better Health
[Home-Improvement:Appliances] The value of far infrared light to our health and wellness should not be underestimated. Penetrating as deeply as three inches into our bodies, far infrared rays improve blood circulation, stimulate endorphins, lower lactic acid, kill certain bacteria and parasites, and burn calories. Proponents of hyperthermia, also known as fever therapy, maintain that using such deep-penetrating far infrared energy to therapeutically induce higher body temperatures helps fight infections and even cancer. With far infrared saunas and other infrared applications becoming increasingly common, we humans are wisely taking steps to benefit from those rays and improve the quality of our own lives.
- Finnish Saunas - Heat for Health
[Home-Improvement:Appliances] No one knows more about saunas than the people of Finland. Even though the sauna is not a Finnish invention, its importance to Finnish culture cannot be underestimated. The motivating factors for the Finns’ devotion to sauna use are varied, but many point to the widely held belief that sauna baths benefit human health, hygiene and well being. Saunas have been repeatedly praised for their power to improve cardiovascular health, cleanse skin, relieve aches and pains, and alleviate stress.
- Sauna Baths Can Benefit Your Health
[Home-Improvement:Appliances] A main objective of any sauna bath is to make you sweat, and sweating is a natural, necessary function of the human body. It’s one way the body can rid itself of extra heat and water and eliminate harmful toxins that have built up inside it over time. The health benefits of sauna bathing go beyond assisting detoxification, however. Sauna use may also contribute to healthy weight loss.
- Your Home Sauna - Choosing the Best Location
[Home-Improvement:Appliances] Indoor and outdoor saunas are now available in a variety of shapes and sizes. They can be built to accommodate just about any style or specification. In fact, today’s sauna buyers have so many options, sometimes the most difficult decision can be where to locate the sauna.
- Home Saunas - Which Kind Is Right for You?
[Home-Improvement:Appliances] Before you buy a sauna, make sure you know your options. Which type of sauna will best suit your lifestyle and personal needs: a modular sauna kit, a pre-cut sauna kit, a traditional Finnish sauna, or a far infrared sauna?
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