Max G. Levy: Sauna: secretul longevității?

Sauna: secretul longevității?

Sauna finlandeză, băile romane, onsen-urile japoneze sau colibele cu aburi ale nativilor americani sunt doar câteva exemple care arată cum, de-a lungul timpului, diverse culturi au considerat expunerea la temperaturi extreme drept o formă de terapie. Dar astăzi, oamenii de știință abia încep să descifreze cum și de ce se întâmplă acest lucru. Așadar, ce se petrece, de fapt, în corpul tău atunci când simți căldura?
Max G. Levy investighează. [Regia: Noam Sussman, Ali Kellner, Homework Studio; narator: Alexandra Panzer; muzică: Salil Bhayani, cAMP Studio]

Frequent sauna bathing, long cherished in Finland and found in cultures worldwide, has been linked to better heart health and longevity. A study following over 2,000 Finnish men for 20 years revealed that those who used saunas four to seven times a week had lower blood pressure, healthier cholesterol, and reduced overall mortality. Scientists have discovered that regular heat exposure triggers responses in the body similar to moderate exercise, boosting blood flow and supporting muscle recovery. While these findings are promising, researchers caution that more studies are needed to fully understand the benefits and risks for different populations.

Sauna Culture Unlocks Surprising Pathways To Heart Health

Decades of research in Finland revealed that frequent sauna bathing was linked to improved heart health and lower mortality rates among men. Cultures worldwide, from Roman bathhouses to Japanese onsen, have long embraced the healing power of heat. Modern science now shows that regular exposure to high temperatures can trigger exercise-like effects, boost recovery, and regulate inflammation. While promising, these findings raise new questions about how heat interacts with our biology and which groups stand to benefit most.