SAUNAS

Are infrared saunas safe?
Definitely safe! The same type of heat has been used in hospitals for new born babies for over 30 years. Far Infrared is everywhere; it's essential for our well-being and is easily absorbed into our bodies providing numerous health benefits. So infrared saunas are safe.

Can it help relieve the pain I suffer from arthritis, especially from my knees?
The deep heat from our saunas penetrates about 4 cms to bring immediate relief to muscle and joint pain. Increased circulation and oxygen supply promotes faster healing all your body.

Is it costly to run?
Not at all! One of the benefits of the Healthstart saunas is that they use very little power so they are economical to use.

What is sweat therapy all about?
Sweat is produced by glands in the deeper layer of the skin, the dermis. Sweat glands occur all over the body. Sweat is mainly water, but it also contains some salts. Its main function is to control body temperature. It does this by evaporating, which causes the surface of the skin to cool. When we apply infrared heat through our saunas we sweat more, promoting therapeutic health benefits.

I’ve seen other saunas advertised, what makes yours better for me?
Our saunas are made from non-toxic hemlock wood. They are compact, easy to assemble, they take only a few minutes to heat, plugs into a standard household plug, is portable, stands on 4 legs and wont damage your flooring, and provides the full range of 7.5 – 12 microns for the best therapeutic range. We also have the best warranty on the market.

There’s a lot of talk about how saunas help you lose weight, how is this done? How many calories can I expect to lose in one session?
Studies indicate that this heat produces a metabolic effect in the body similar to that of exercise, we cant predict how much weight you will lose, but with our sauna range this can average 300 -600 calories per session.

I have problems sleeping can a sauna help me?
Our sauna products provide a haven for relaxation. With your body relaxed, listen to soothing music, have a warm shower after and you’ll be guaranteed ZZZZZZZZZZ.

How does using your sauna remove toxins?
 Pollution is everywhere, and in everyday life we accumulate toxins in our body, most common include sodium, alcohol, nicotine, cholesterol and carcinogenic heavy metals. The body removes most toxins naturally by perspiring, this is a slow process, by using our saunas, the infrared heat stimulates the sweat glands that detoxify and cleanse the skin. This heat technology simply speeds up the body’s natural healing process!

Are saunas expensive to run?
Our saunas are very efficient and a 30 minute session should average about 20 cents to operate

How often should I take a sauna?
Most people use the sauna everyday for about 15 – 30 minutes.

Do I need an Electrician?
An electrician is not required as our saunas simply plug into any household power-point, they are delivered to you in kit-form and all wiring is already in place.

What should be taken into consideration when purchasing a sauna?
The room size, door position, location of power-point, changing, washing and relaxing facilities. We have a large range of sauna room types suitable for any room size

Is it safe for my family? Can anyone use it?
Infrared heat is natural and safe for all ages. A health professional should be consulted if you have specific health conditions, this includes pregnant woman.

Is there any maintenance involved?
None much at all, just give the glass door a wipe down, and change the light globe when required. If a problem does occur we have qualified technicians available to speak with you.

How important is the material used on the sauna?
 One of the most important things to consider is the material used on the sauna. We use high quality non toxic plantation hemlock and red Canadian cedar.

Is it easy to assemble?
Yes, one of the easiest saunas to assemble. We provide you with an easy to read manual. Installation time is around 30- 40 minutes for 2 people. Most of our saunas come delivered to you in kit form in 3 packs to make it easier to take with you if you ever decide to move house.

Are saunas noisy?
 Our saunas are extremely quiet.

I suffer from Eczema, and have a bad complexion; can your sauna help me?Yes, by increasing blood circulation, we perspire more therefore this allows for deep cleaning, eliminating impurities and removing dead skin cells, leaving our skin feeling smooth. Increased blood circulation has also been known to relieve eczema suffers, most burns, lesions and cuts and reducing scarring.

How can your sauna benefit me with my exercise routine, and my before and after work-outs?
Our saunas are definitely an investment in your fitness regime. Studies indicate that heat and sweat therapy produce a metabolic effect in the body similar to that of exercise. Lactic acid, a by-product of muscle metabolism that causes soreness and stiffness after strenuous exercise is significantly reduced after a sauna therapy. And use of our sauna before exercise can also benefit as it helps increase blood circulation and acts as a warm up before activity.

My feet are always cold; can your foot sauna help me?
Our compact and every attractive take anywhere foot sauna will increase blood circulation to your feet (and calves), you should feel the benefits immediately.


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