Sauna Benefits
What are the physical, mental and social benefits
of Sauna?
It’s not just about the heat - it’s about what it burns away.
“Regular sauna use supports holistic wellness by improving circulation, lowering blood pressure, reducing stress, and promoting recovery and all while boosting mood and mental clarity.”
“Just four saunas a week may cut the risk of Alzheimer’s or dementia by up to two-thirds—nurturing not just the body, but the mind for years to come.”
“Regular use is associated with a 40% lower risk of all-cause mortality.”
Sauna & Your Health
So many huge benefits can be had from Sauna. We could wax lyrical about them all day long. Regular use has been shown to promote the release of feel-good hormones, maybe that’s why we’re in love with a bit of a stat (when it comes to sauna at least). Here are ‘just a few’ stats - key benefit findings we’ve found through research. Feel free to copy and paste these ditties and wow your friends with your sauna knowledge.
General Benefits of Regular Sauna Use
Improves circulation and lowers blood pressure
Promotes the release of feel-good hormones
Reduces stress and anxiety
Accelerates muscle recovery
Reduces pain and inflammation
Supports detoxification for an holistic approach to wellness
Key Health Effects
Elevates Mood & Happiness
Provides Anti-Inflammatory Effects
Aids in Pain Management
Boosts Metabolism
Helps Prevent Disease
Supports Respiratory Health Brain & Cognitive Health.
Brain & Cognitive Health
Stimulates the growth of new brain cells
Improves memory, learning, and focus
Dementia
It is reported that taking a sauna up to 4 times a week will reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's Disease or dementia by up to 66%.
The science says the more frequent the sauna, the less likely you are to be diagnosed.
Fire Gazing
Our sauna has a wood-fired heater and firelight creates a soft, rhythmic visual stimulation that induces a meditative state, lowering blood pressure and reducing stress.
Evolutionarily, humans gathered around fires for safety, warmth, and connection, so our nervous system associates it with calm and security.
“Sauna time is heart time. With no screens or distractions, we’re invited to be present—with ourselves and those around us. It’s where connection deepens, and emotions are truly felt.”
"Sauna bathing soothes the nervous system—melting away cortisol, restoring emotional clarity, and building inner calm and resilience from the inside out."
“Using a sauna 4–7 times a week may reduce cardiovascular disease risk by 58%”
Mitochondrial & Cellular Energy
• Enhances mitochondrial function (“power plants” of your cells)
• Supports energy production and healthy aging
Cardiovascular Health
• Sauna use 4–7 times a week may reduce risk of cardiovascular disease by up to 58%
• Helps widen blood vessels and reduce blood pressure
Mental & Emotional Well-being
• Lowers cortisol, the stress hormone
• Helps restore calm, mental clarity, and emotional balance
• Supports anxiety relief and resilience
Detox & Cleansing
• Sweating flushes out everyday toxins and impurities
• Stimulates the lymphatic system
• Encourages fat burn and improves metabolic function
• Leaves you feeling refreshed, focused, and clear
Immune System Boost
• Heat exposure activates the body’s immune system
• Helps excrete toxins and increases resistance to illness
• Promotes weight loss and reduced body fat
Social & Emotional Connection
• Sauna time offers a rare pause for presence - inviting rest, reflection, and meaningful conversation
• When shared, it becomes more than heat; it’s a shared ritual that lifts moods, deepens bonds, and nourishes emotional well-being