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1.
Introduction to Saunas 1
Definitions
Sauna History
Five Ways Of Using
Saunas
Organic Chemicals
Toxic metals
Biological Toxins
Radiation
Slow Metabolism
An Anti-aging Therapy
Practical Considerations
2. Physiology
of Saunas 7
Two-Phase Sessions
Mechanisms Common To
All
Saunas
Phase One Effects:
Inhibiting the Sympathetic
Nervous System
Sweating
Reducing Heat Production
Improving Oxygenation
Dilating Peripheral Vessels
Relieving Internal Congestion
Relaxing Muscles and Enhancing
Flexibility
of Tendons
Relieving Pain
Phase Two Effects:
Increasing Body Temperature
Hastening the Death of Weaker
Cells
Producing Heat Shock Proteins
Improving Genetics
Increasing the Heart Rate and
Enhancing Circulation
Directly Disabling Microorganisms
Resolving Infiltrates, Edema
and Exudates
Normalizing Enzymatic Activity
Additional Mechanisms of
Ceramic Element Far
Infrared Saunas
Deep Tissue Heating
Enhancing The
Activity of Water Molecules
More Yang Therapy
Electromagnetic Field Emissions
Untrue Claims
Additional Mechanisms of Electric
Light Saunas
Shortening Cluster Chains
Removing Telomeres
A Tissue Nutrient
Reducing Lipid Peroxidation
and
Enhancing
Oxygen Production
Color Therapy
Vigorous Circulatory Effects
Deeper Tissue Penetration
Full Spectrum Effects
Ability to Focus Energy
Chakra Effects
Enhanced Genetic Effects
Chart of Sauna Effects
Organ and System Effects
Other Topics
Fever Versus Sauna
Hyperthermia
Hot Tubs and Steam Baths Versus
Sauna Hyperthermia
Exercise Versus
Saunas
Blankets and Hot Baths Versus
Saunas
Fasting Versus Saunas
Repeated Heating of the Body
The Metabolic Rate
Adding Energy to The
Body
Weight Loss
Heating Acupuncture Meridians
3. Heat Shock
Proteins 19
Renaturation
Heat Shock Therapy
Analogous Concepts
Other Metabolic Effects
HSPs and Nutrition
Coleyπs
Toxins and HSPs
Sauna Protocol and HSPs
4. Sauna
Protocol 23
The Choice of Saunas
When and How Often
Electrolyte Imbalances
How Long to Remain Inside
How Much Sauna Therapy
Replenishing Minerals
Before a Sauna Session
During and After a Sauna Session
Supervision
Relaxation
Saunas During Acute
Infections
Cautions and Contraindications
5.
Detoxification 33
The Philosophy of Detoxification
Sauna Detoxification
Mechanisms
Heating the Body
Skin Activation
Sweating
Hot and Dry (Yang) Effects
Improving Circulation
Sympathetic Inhibition
Relieving Internal Congestion
Normalizing Alkalinity
Enhancing Oxygenation
Deep Tissue Penetration
Other Infrared Benefits
Other Detoxification Topics
The Concept of Density
Detoxification Program Qualities
Layered Toxins
To Detoxify, Remove The
Need
For Compensations
Preferred Minerals
Seven Methods To
Eliminate Toxic Metals
Order of Organ Cleanout
Healing Facility Or
Home Therapy
Home-based Therapy
Who Can Do Home Therapy?
Potential Detoxification Program
Difficulties
6. Other
Aspects Of Sauna
Therapy
43
Visualization
Sound
Conscious Breathing.
Posture
Color
Massage
Niacin
Water
Aromatherapy
Steam
Ozone
Exercise
Cool Bathing and Cold Plunges
7. A Total
Health Program 47
Diet
Water
Nutrients
Rest
Exercise
Positive Action
Healthful Relationships
Healing Attitudes
Medications
8. Effects On Health Conditions
53
Cardiovascular Benefits
Multiple Chemical
Sensitivity
Addiction and Drug Detoxification
Nervous System
Musculo-skeletal
Conditions
Skin Conditions
Ear, Nose and Throat
Seasonal Affective Disorder
Enhanced Vitamin D Production
Radiation Exposure
Eye Conditions
Digestive Disorders
Other
Benefits Of A
Single Infrared
Lamp
Single Lamp Protocol
Cautions and Contraindications
9. Saunas And Infectious Disease
59
Improving Circulation
Heating The Body
Improved Oxygenation
Production of Heat Shock Proteins
Sweating
Deep Heat Penetration
Other Effects of Infrared Radiation
Color Therapy
Sympathetic Nervous Inhibition
Enhancing Digestion
No Side Effects or Tolerance
Combining With Other Therapies
Inexpensive and Available to All
Acute Infections
Chronic Infections
Saunas Versus
Vaccines
10. Saunas
and Cancer 65
What is Cancer?
Estrogen, The
Primary Carcinogen
Reduced Pancreatic Secretion
Role of the Sympathetic Nervous System
Sauna Mechanisms for Cancer
The Mental State
Tumor Necrosis and Pain Control
Other Considerations
11. Healing
Reactions 77
Healing and Disease Reactions
Distinguishing Healing From Disease Reactions
Emotional Reactions
Handling Physical Healing Reactions
Supportive Measures
Discussing Healing Reactions
12. Sauna
Design 83
Power Sources
Convection Saunas
Radiant Heating
Ceramic Element Saunas
Electric Light Saunas
Hot Sand or Solar Power
Electromagnetic Fields
Converting A Sauna
Cabinets And
Enclosures
Materials
Cross Bars
Handicap Modifications
Bathroom and Closet Installation
Rotting
Insulation
Inability To Heat
Up
Thermometers
Thermostats
Timers
Ventilation
Size
Sitting or Lying Down
Shape
Portability
13. Light
Sauna Considerations 91
Technical Specifications
Safety
Rotating to Avoid Burns
Lying Down or Sitting
Infrared Lamp Spectral Power Graph
Why Lamps On Only
One Wall?
Guards For Lamps
Multiple-Person Light Saunas
Commercial Units
14. Personal
Experience With An
Electric Light Sauna 95
Development
Sauna Protocol
Healing Reactions
Validation
Hair Mineral Analyses
15. Sauna
Research 105
Research Protocols
16. Review and
Conclusion 107
Appendix A.
Saunas and
Hair Mineral Analysis 108
Tendency for Toxicity
Detoxification Ability
Hazardous Electrolyte Imbalances
Energy Level
Sympathetic Dominance
Toxic Metal Readings
Which Lab To Use
Monitoring Progress
Appendix B. Light Sauna Plans 111
Materials
Enclosures
Construction
Mounting and Ventilation
Cautions and Disclaimer
Appendix C.
Basic Enclosure
Plans
115
Appendix D.
Notes For
Practitioners 118
Disclaimer Statement
References 119
Books
Articles
Index 129