Sauna Benefits Explained
Deliberate heat exposure, such as sauna use, can significantly enhance growth hormone levels when done sparingly, ideally once a week in multiple sessions. For cardiovascular and longevity benefits, more frequent sessions—up to seven times a week—are recommended. Additionally, experiencing discomfort in heat can boost mental health by increasing dynorphine, which enhances endorphin effects post-session, making sauna use particularly beneficial later in the day for improved sleep quality.In this clip
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The Science & Health Benefits of Deliberate Heat Exposure | Huberman Lab Podcast #69
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If I do a sauna session of 20 minutes at 80 degrees Celsius, three times a week, what are the potential benefits based on the episode The Science & Health Benefits of Deliberate Heat Exposure | Huberman Lab Podcast #69 and the clip Sauna Health Benefits?
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