Guest guest Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 PH . .. Check to see if all the light units are getting warm . . . You may have a light element that isn't working. Hopefully it just needs a jiggle.Healthmate has a lifetime warranty on their lights.Hugs,Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 Hi PH, Do you know if the infrared blankets that they sell are good to use also? If so, what brand would you reccommend? Thanks Steph > > > > http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080124104917.htm > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 Hello, I was curious if thoses saunasa are worth looking into. My husband and I found one that is a infred but you can actually go inside the booth, i guess you would call it, and sit down. Its like a sauna you would go in at the gym or spa but its not steam. i have heard that the infred ones are very good for detoxing even for those who never had implants? > > > > http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080124104917.htm > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 Hi Steph, I was going to buy the blanket but I didn't really sweat enough with it and the saunas were the same price. With the blankets I felt really calm and relaxed but I don't know that any toxins were excreted. I ended up buying this sauna due to the size and least expensive price we could find for the size and quality. I don't know if I regret it now though. Maybe I should have listened to Patty and Rogene about the HealthMate. Mine doesn't heat as well anymore. Although it does have a lifetime warranty so I need to make a phone call. http://www.nationalpoolwholesalers.com/prodInfo.asp?pid=3418 & cid=4 Oh, also, this one says it's 3-4 person yet I don't know how they can say that. My husband and I barely fit in it together. To have 4 people in there they'd have to be practically sitting on top of one another!!! This is a good size though as far as I can put a pillow on the bench and lie down if I prop my legs up a little. It also has a built in CD player and radio. And being a corner one it takes up less space. We have it in our bedroom. My husband and boys put it together in less than 45 minutes...super easy, just snaps together. Love, PH > > > > > > http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080124104917.htm > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 Hi , I just posted to Steph on this same topic. I recently bought this sauna. Worked great for the first couple months and now is not heating like it used to. http://www.nationalpoolwholesalers.com/prodInfo.asp?pid=3418 & cid=4 You're right, it's really good for detoxing. I've read lots of posts on curezone about people recovering from various illness and disease by using one. One woman who used to give me lymphatic massage said she recovered from cancer by using one. Price-wise I feel to buy one is a better deal. They charge $75 per half hour here to use one!! My youngest loves going in with me occasionally (not naked of course, and not too hot for him). If you're planning on getting one that you and your husband can use together, I suggest getting a 3 or 4 person because I think they exaggerate the capacity! Love, PH > > > > > > http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080124104917.htm > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 Yes, the saunas are worth looking into. I have a Healthmate two seater and I really like it. Infrared saunas are a great detox tool because they reach deep into the body tissues to force toxins out through the skin. Most detoxing efforts are going to be eliminating through the other eliminative channels...the kidneys, the lungs and the bowels. The heat is unlike a steam sauna, and is actually much healthier. You can read about the benefits by doing an internet search. Here are some articles. Patty http://www.infraredsauna.net/articles.html HYPERTHERMIC DETOXIFICATION THERAPY USING THE FAR INFRARED SAUNA Introduction Saunas and steam baths have been used for centuries by cultures around the world to bring about detoxification. Traditionally, saunas have been used to improve mental clarity, to diminish pain and promote longevity. In the past few years, hyperthermic (sweat) therapy has been studied quite extensively and several papers on this subject have appeared in the scientific literature. Through this research, it has been shown that saunas greatly assist in the elimination of accumulated toxins. Toxic metals, including mercury as well as organic toxins such as PCB's and pesticide residues, are excreted in high quantities in the sweat during properly conducted hyperthermic therapy sessions. Heat causes toxins to be released from cells. The toxic molecules will then reside transiently in the lymph fluid. Since sweat is manufactured from the lymph fluid, toxins present in the lymph fluid will exit the body through the sweat. Because the liver and kidneys are not required for this process, these organs are largely unburdened by hyperthermic therapy and toxins are able to leave the body even when liver or kidney function is impaired. This may be a distinct advantage for chronically ill patients whose livers and kidneys may already be under toxic stress. OTHER ADVANTAGES OF HYPERTHERMIA IN THE CHRONICALLY ILL PATIENT Hyperthermic therapy also is one of the few things, which brings about a significant rise in the level of growth hormone, an important hormone that helps to maintain lean body tissue, including muscle. For the chronic fatigue or fibromyalgia (FMS) patient, hyperthermic therapy helps to restore normal autonomic nervous system functioning. This is the part of the nervous system, which governs unconscious functions such as muscle tension, sweating, blood pressure, digestion and balance. Autonomic dysregulation is the term used to describe changes in the nervous system, which result in many of the symptoms of chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia (FMS) . Muscle pain, excessive body odor, digestive complaints, visual disturbances and dizziness are some of the many manifestations of autonomic dysregulation. Repeated sessions of hyperthermic therapy can greatly assist in the restoration of normal autonomic nervous system functioning. ADVANTAGES OF THE FAR INFRARED SAUNA Many people with chronic illnesses find the high temperatures inside a regular sauna or steam room intolerable. In these traditional systems, the inside of the body is heated completely from the surface of the skin. Even though you feel very hot in these units, the heating is quite shallow - only a few millimetres below the skin. In the far infrared sauna, invisible light rays emanate from several infrared emitters. This infrared light penetrates deep into the fat and muscles of the body, creating a more powerful detoxifying influence upon the deeper tissues of the body. As well, since the air temperature remains much lower than in a traditional sauna, the individual feels more comfortable. Sweating often begins before the person feels very hot at all and the sweating is more profuse than in a traditional sauna. Finally, unlike traditional saunas or steam baths, which can often leave a person feeling exhausted, the far infrared sauna is usually quite energizing. Many people actually use these before going to work in the morning, something that one would never do with a traditional sauna. Research conducted largely in Japan suggests that the far infrared sauna has a wider range of therapeutic effects than traditional saunas or steam baths, especially for detoxification. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- Excerpted from: Sick and Tired? Reclaim Your Inner Terrain by O. Young, PhD.DSc.1999 Because of the level of pollution we are exposed to and its many sources, as well as poor dietary and exercise habits, the therapeutic value of regular sweating has become immense. It has benefits for both body and mind and, in fact, is the primary benefit of exercise. One of the best passive exercises is the radiant heat of an infrared sauna which, causes a profound deep sweat. After about 30 minutes of exposure, the blood vessels of the skin dilate to allow more blood to flow to the surface to support the cooling process. The millions of sweat glands covering the body are infused with fluid from the blood. In turn, they empty to the skin's surface, thereby flushing large amounts of toxins, including toxic acids and heavy metals, from the body. My research over the last two years shows that a radiant heat (infrared) sauna provides the following benefits: -Speeds up metabolic processes of vital organs and glands, including endocrine glands. -Inhibits the development of pleomorphic microforms and creates a " fever reaction " of rising temperature that neutralizes them. -Increases the number of leukocytes in the blood. -Places demand on the heart to work harder thus, exercising it and also producing a drop in diastolic blood pressure (the low side). -Stimulates dilation of peripheral blood vessels thus, relieving pain (including muscle pain) and speeding the healing of sprain, strain, bursitus, arthritis, and peripheral vascular disease symptoms. -Promotes relaxation thereby creating a feeling of well-being. For those who are unable to exercise sufficiently, for whatever reason, the radiant heat infrared sauna is an excellent way to get the benefits of exercise without undue stress on the skeleton, muscles, and associated tissues. Such people have an even greater need for exercise and the sauna fills the bill. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- TITLE : Electromagnetic Wave Emitting Products - Potentiate Human Leukocyte Functions AUTHOR : Niwa Y; Iizawa O; Ishimoto K SOURCE : Int. J. Biometeorol 1993 Sept; 37(3):133-8 In their abstract, the authors conclude that materials which emit electro-magnetic radiation in the far infrared region, " … significantly increased intracellular calcium ion concentration, phagocytosis…and the blastogenetic response of lymphocytes to mitogens. The results suggest that materials emitting electromagnetic radiation in the far infrared range, which are widely used in Japan for cosmetic, therapeutic, and preservative purposes, appear capable of potentiating leukocyte functions without promoting oxidative injury. " ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- Weight Loss and Cardiovascular Benefits of the Soft Heat ® Infrared Sauna As your body increases sweat production to cool itself, your heart works harder pumping blood at a greater rate to boost circulation, supplying the conditioning benefits of continuous exercise. Heart rate, cardiac output and metabolic rate increase, while diastolic blood pressure drops, for improved overall cardiovascular fitness. As reported in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), August 7, 1981 " A moderately conditioned person can easily sweat off 500 gms. in a sauna, consuming nearly 300 kcal - the equivalent of running 2 - 3 miles. A heat-conditioned person can easily sweat off 600 - 800 kcal with no adverse effects. While the weight of the water loss can be regained by rehydration with water, the calories consumed will not be. " Since an infrared sauna helps generate two to three times the sweat produced in a hot-air sauna, the implications for increased caloric consumption are quite impressive. In Guyton's Textbook of Medical Physiology, we find that producing one gram of sweat requires 0.586 kcal. Burns 600 or more calories in just one 30-minute session! Calories a 150-pound person normally burns up in 30-minutes of exercise: SPORT CALORIES Marathon Running 593 Vigorous Racquet Ball 510 Swimming (crawl stroke) 300 Jogging 300 Tennis (fast game) 265 Cycling (10 mph) 225 Golfing (without a cart) 150 Walking (3.5 mph) 150 Bowling 120 The JAMA citation referred to above goes on to state that, " Many of us who run do so to place a demand on our cardiovascular system, not to build big leg muscles. Regular use of a sauna may impart a similar stress on the cardiovascular system, and its regular use may be as effective, as a means of cardiovascular conditioning and burning of calories, as regular exercise. " As a confirmation of the validity of this form of cardiovascular conditioning, extensive research by NASA in the early 1980's led to the conclusion that, infrared stimulation of cardiovascular function would be the ideal way to maintain cardiovascular conditioning in American astronauts during long space flights. A Soft Heat ® infrared sauna can therefore, play a pivotal role in both weight control and cardiovascular conditioning. This would be most valuable for those who don't exercise and those who can't exercise yet want an effective weight control and fitness maintenance program. This also allows for more variety in any ongoing training program. Some weight loss authorities believe that our bodies use fat to dilute toxins. As an infrared sauna is an unsurpassed expeller of toxins, it is also a great way to get rid of any fat our bodies are using to dilute toxins we are storing. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- Repeated Sauna Treatment Improves Vascular Endothelial and Cardiac Function in Patients With Chronic Heart Failure Kihara T, Biro S, Imamura M, et al Journal of the American College of Cardiology March 6, 2002 (Volume 39, Number 5) Rationale and Design This group previously showed that thermal therapy by dry sauna improved clinical variables and cardiac output in congestive heart failure (CHF) patients. In the current study, the investigators sought to determine the mechanisms of this improvement and the effects of thermal therapy on endothelial function. Twenty patients with CHF class II or III and mean age 62 ± 15 years were studied. The mean ejection fraction was 38 ± 14%. The patients were placed supine in a 60-degree C infrared-ray dry sauna for 15 minutes and then removed and kept at bed rest with a blanket for an additional 30 minutes. Sauna therapy was performed once a day 5 days a week for 2 weeks. Symptoms were evaluated with a self-administered questionnaire, and patients were divided based on their responses of improved or no change. Fasting blood was obtained to evaluate neurohumeral factors, atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP), brain natriuretic peptide (BNP), and tumor necrosis factor (TNF). Endothelial function was evaluated using a noninvasive ultrasound method to determine hyperemic response in the right arm and response to sublingual nitroglycerin. Results All enrolled patients completed the study. Clinical symptoms improved in 17 of 20 patients and were unchanged in 3. Two-week sauna therapy significantly increased the %FMD (flow-mediated dilation) in the improved group but not in the unchanged group. BNP concentrations were lower after 2 weeks of therapy but ANP and catecholamine levels were unchanged. The left ventricular end-diastolic dimension decreased significantly compared with baseline. There was a significant correlation between the change in %FMD and the improvement in BNP (P < .0005). Editor's Comment It is known that CHF patients have impaired endothelial-dependent vasodilatation and the proposed mechanism for this is decreased peripheral vascular production of endothelium-derived nitric oxide. Endothelial function in CHF can be improved with ACE inhibitors, physical training, and vitamin C. This study showed that 2 weeks of sauna therapy also improved endothelial function and decreased the BNP. BNP levels are an important marker of cardiac status and prognosis in heart failure, as highlighted by several recent studies. The sauna therapy also reduced systolic blood pressure. 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Guest guest Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 Wow . . .This is a great sauna! . . . Lots of room to lay down and stretch out! . . . It says it has a lifetime warranty so you should be able to get it taken care of.If you have it outside, you may need to give it more time to preheat in the winter.You're right about the capacity . . . Mine is a two-person. But, unless you're a kid, two people in it would be miserable!Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 Thanks for your help, The unit i found is not cheap by any means but there is room enough for two on the bench comfortably. When i think of all the things i waste money on and dont even remember buying , this may not be a bad investment. > > > > > > Hi Bindi, > > > Thank you so much for the great article! It really lifted my > spirit > > > and makes me feel like everything is going to be ok. I have a > far > > > infared sauna but the darn thing will only heat up to 105 now and > I > > > don't sweat from that. I need to see what kind of warranty is on > it > > > because we've only had it a few months. Thanks again for digging > > that > > > up! Love, PH > > > > > > --- In , " freebindi " <bindi@> wrote: > > > > > > > > http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080124104917.htm > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 ,I've had a Healthmate sauna for some years now and love it! . ..I always feel better when I come out than when I went in . . . just the opposite of steam or dry saunas where I feel exhausted when I come out. At times my sweat is absolutely putrid! . . . I'm sure I'm releasing stuff that wouldn't come out otherwise.Hugs,Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 Ok, good to know. Im trying to get opinions from people who actually have them before i go and spend then money. I don't put a price on health but there are so many gimmicks anymore i like to research before i buy. Question for you, im scheduled for explant next Wednesday with Dr. Feng. For the past few months i have had tightening or pressure in my chest and heart palps when i lay down. I am to the point where when i do sleep i have to have 3 pillows and basically sleep sitting up. Im a little concerned because over the past two weeks it seems to be happening all of the time. Is this normal with implants or should i be worried with having surgery next week? Normally i would think anything of it but there have been so many freak stories with women and complications of plastic surgeries recently im wondering if this will cause any problems. -- In , saxony01 <saxony01@...> wrote: > > , > > I've had a Healthmate sauna for some years now and love it! . .. > > I always feel better when I come out than when I went in . . . just the opposite of steam or dry saunas where I feel exhausted when I come out. > > At times my sweat is absolutely putrid! . . . I'm sure I'm releasing stuff that wouldn't come out otherwise. > > Hugs, > > Rogene > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 - I can tell you that I had my surgery right after Donda West passed away (like a week). As you know, the media coverage about this was overwhelming. I cried every night thinking about the risks involved. It was a very stressful time for me. However, I have never felt so good than after my explant surgery. I am thrilled to have the implants out. I know it an be scary...just try to keep a positive mind!!!! Much Love, Beth Re: Infrared Light Shown to Reverse Dementia and Memory loss Ok, good to know. Im trying to get opinions from people who actually have them before i go and spend then money. I don't put a price on health but there are so many gimmicks anymore i like to research before i buy. Question for you, im scheduled for explant next Wednesday with Dr. Feng. For the past few months i have had tightening or pressure in my chest and heart palps when i lay down. I am to the point where when i do sleep i have to have 3 pillows and basically sleep sitting up. Im a little concerned because over the past two weeks it seems to be happening all of the time. Is this normal with implants or should i be worried with having surgery next week? Normally i would think anything of it but there have been so many freak stories with women and complications of plastic surgeries recently im wondering if this will cause any problems.-- In , saxony01 <saxony01@.. .> wrote:>> ,> > I've had a Healthmate sauna for some years now and love it! . ..> > I always feel better when I come out than when I went in . . . just the opposite of steam or dry saunas where I feel exhausted when I come out. > > At times my sweat is absolutely putrid! . . . I'm sure I'm releasing stuff that wouldn't come out otherwise.> > Hugs,> > Rogene> Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 ,I'd talk to Dr. Feng . .. She would know if you need to get checked out before surgery. It could be nothing at all, then again, it could be serious.Hugs and prayers,Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 Steph . . . I've never used a blanket . .. Lynda has one, but I don't think she uses it reguarlly. . . She got it when she was so sick.From a practicality point of view, I can't imagine getting hot enough to sweat that much in a blanket . . . then continuing to use the blanket. The towel I use for a sweat mop is (sometimes) stiff by the time it dries. However . .. even just the light should be beneficial. My daughter uses FAR infrared therapy on her patients. . . She uses something that looks like a heating pad, or an array of light pads that are arranged around an area. The light penetrates deeply and promotes healing - even without sweating. The local paper had an article about a man who was treated with an infrared device that looked like knee high boots for peripheral neuropathy. He raved about how much better he was. My daughter tells me that, in one study, peripheral neuropathy showed improvement in as little as one treatment! . . . Unheard of for something that is (supposedly) untreatable, except for masking drugs.The great thing about FAR is that there's not limit as to how many treatments you can do, or for how long - like there is with ultra sound. It's ideal for home use. Hugs,Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 Ok - I am hoping Rogene, Patty or anyone who has a infrared sauna or knows alot about them can help me with this. I came across this while searching for small saunas. I have absolutely NO room in my home for a sauna....my kids have taken over my house Also, I need something I an move with me as I may be relocating soon....and every 3 yrs after that..... Here is the link. It is portable and also more in my budget range!!!! Let me know what you guys think. I sure do not want to waste anymore money on things that are not going to be of good benefit to me detoxing!!!! http://www.nationalpoolwholesalers.com/prodList.asp?scat=408 Much Love, Beth PS - ROGENE - you have me so darn hungry for that oatmeal you talked about I can hardly wait to go to the store and get the ingredients to make it!!!!! Thanks for a good/healthy recipe. I think that is one thing I struggle with the most is knowing what to eat that is healthy that does not take ALOT of time to put together. Nor do I want to have to make several different meals for me and the boys!!!! Re: Re: Infrared Light Shown to Reverse Dementia and Memory loss Steph . . . I've never used a blanket . .. Lynda has one, but I don't think she uses it reguarlly. . . She got it when she was so sick.From a practicality point of view, I can't imagine getting hot enough to sweat that much in a blanket . . . then continuing to use the blanket. The towel I use for a sweat mop is (sometimes) stiff by the time it dries. However . .. even just the light should be beneficial. My daughter uses FAR infrared therapy on her patients. . . She uses something that looks like a heating pad, or an array of light pads that are arranged around an area. The light penetrates deeply and promotes healing - even without sweating. The local paper had an article about a man who was treated with an infrared device that looked like knee high boots for peripheral neuropathy. He raved about how much better he was. My daughter tells me that, in one study, peripheral neuropathy showed improvement in as little as one treatment! . . . Unheard of for something that is (supposedly) untreatable, except for masking drugs.The great thing about FAR is that there's not limit as to how many treatments you can do, or for how long - like there is with ultra sound. It's ideal for home use. Hugs,Rogene Never miss a thing. Make your homepage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 PH - thanks for the thoughts on this. I am not sure either. Honestly, I really do not even have room for that unless it is as thin as they say when you fold it up and I can slide it under my bed or something like that. Seriously, my kids have taken over my house with toys..... Plus I never know how big our house will be with my hubby everytime we would move...right now, he has a HUGE house but who knows what the next one will be. I wish I could find one at a gym or something around here so I could just go when I have time and pay as I go. I would like to try one sometime just to see how I feel afterwards. Much Love, Beth Re: Re: Infrared Light Shown to Reverse Dementia and Memory loss> > Steph . . . > > I've never used a blanket . .. Lynda has one, but I don't think she uses it reguarlly. . . She got it when she was so sick.> > From a practicality point of view, I can't imagine getting hot enough to sweat that much in a blanket . . . then continuing to use the blanket. > > The towel I use for a sweat mop is (sometimes) stiff by the time it dries. > > However . .. even just the light should be beneficial. My daughter uses FAR infrared therapy on her patients. . . She uses something that looks like a heating pad, or an array of light pads that are arranged around an area. The light penetrates deeply and promotes healing - even without sweating. > > The local paper had an article about a man who was treated with an infrared device that looked like knee high boots for peripheral neuropathy. He raved about how much better he was. > > My daughter tells me that, in one study, peripheral neuropathy showed improvement in as little as one treatment! . . . Unheard of for something that is (supposedly) untreatable, except for masking drugs.> > The great thing about FAR is that there's not limit as to how many treatments you can do, or for how long - like there is with ultra sound. It's ideal for home use. > > Hugs,> > Rogene> > > > > > ____________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _____________ __> Never miss a thing. Make your home page. > http://www.. com/r/hs> Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile. Try it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 Rogene, Sounds like something I could use. Didn't realize they made them. Oh, I am so sorry you the coumadin is making you feel lousy. I will say a special prayer for you. Love, Lynn > > Beth, > > I don't know what kind of power outlets they have in Korea . . . > > That may be a consideration. There are adapters you can get - but I'd bet you could buy whatever you need over there less expensively than you would here. If you can order online. > > Since weight will be an issue when you join your hubby, you might want to consider an infrared pad. . . They look like a regular heating pad. . . Roll up, etc. . . > > I'd recommend them for using on painful joints, etc. > > Hugs, > > Rogene > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 Beth,You might ask your hubby what is available in Korea. . . Since everything seems to be made in that area, you might find a really good deal there.And, you wouldn't have to worry about wiring compatibility.Hugs,Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 Hi Beth, I'm looking to buy one too and I don't have the room for a regular sized sauna either. I usually go to a health center once a week but a 30 minute session is $30. The dr there said in order to truely benefit from it you should go 3 times a week so that's why I'd rather buy one. I called National Pool Wholesalers this morning and they said that the portable model is better than the dome or the blanket. It gives off more heat with the carbon panel and the foot pad. I think I'm going to purchase that one instead of paying $30 for every session. Hope that helps! Steph > > Ok - I am hoping Rogene, Patty or anyone who has a infrared sauna or knows alot about them can help me with this. I came across this while searching for small saunas. I have absolutely NO room in my home for a sauna....my kids have taken over my house > > Also, I need something I an move with me as I may be relocating soon....and every 3 yrs after that..... > > Here is the link. It is portable and also more in my budget range!!!! Let me know what you guys think. I sure do not want to waste anymore money on things that are not going to be of good benefit to me detoxing!!!! > > http://www.nationalpoolwholesalers.com/prodList.asp?scat=408 > > Much Love, > Beth > > > PS - ROGENE - you have me so darn hungry for that oatmeal you talked about I can hardly wait to go to the store and get the ingredients to make it!!!!! Thanks for a good/healthy recipe. I think that is one thing I struggle with the most is knowing what to eat that is healthy that does not take ALOT of time to put together. Nor do I want to have to make several different meals for me and the boys!!!! > > > Re: Re: Infrared Light Shown to Reverse Dementia and Memory loss > > Steph . . . > > I've never used a blanket . .. Lynda has one, but I don't think she uses it reguarlly. . . She got it when she was so sick. > > From a practicality point of view, I can't imagine getting hot enough to sweat that much in a blanket . . . then continuing to use the blanket. > > The towel I use for a sweat mop is (sometimes) stiff by the time it dries. > > However . .. even just the light should be beneficial. My daughter uses FAR infrared therapy on her patients. . . She uses something that looks like a heating pad, or an array of light pads that are arranged around an area. The light penetrates deeply and promotes healing - even without sweating. > > The local paper had an article about a man who was treated with an infrared device that looked like knee high boots for peripheral neuropathy. He raved about how much better he was. > > My daughter tells me that, in one study, peripheral neuropathy showed improvement in as little as one treatment! . . . Unheard of for something that is (supposedly) untreatable, except for masking drugs. > > The great thing about FAR is that there's not limit as to how many treatments you can do, or for how long - like there is with ultra sound. It's ideal for home use. > > Hugs, > > Rogene > > > > > > ______________________________________________________________________ ______________ > Never miss a thing. Make your home page. > http://www./r/hs > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 Hi Rogene, You were right. I called National Pool Wholesalers this morning and they said that the portable model gives off more infrared heat than the dome or the blanket. It's only $299 (on sale) normally $448.50 so I think it's a good deal. Steph > > Steph . . . > > I've never used a blanket . .. Lynda has one, but I don't think she uses it reguarlly. . . She got it when she was so sick. > > From a practicality point of view, I can't imagine getting hot enough to sweat that much in a blanket . . . then continuing to use the blanket. > > The towel I use for a sweat mop is (sometimes) stiff by the time it dries. > > However . .. even just the light should be beneficial. My daughter uses FAR infrared therapy on her patients. . . She uses something that looks like a heating pad, or an array of light pads that are arranged around an area. The light penetrates deeply and promotes healing - even without sweating. > > The local paper had an article about a man who was treated with an infrared device that looked like knee high boots for peripheral neuropathy. He raved about how much better he was. > > My daughter tells me that, in one study, peripheral neuropathy showed improvement in as little as one treatment! . . . Unheard of for something that is (supposedly) untreatable, except for masking drugs. > > The great thing about FAR is that there's not limit as to how many treatments you can do, or for how long - like there is with ultra sound. It's ideal for home use. > > Hugs, > > Rogene > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 Hi PH, I called a manufacturer this morning and they told me that the portable model gives off more infrared heat than the blanket. I wish I had room for the regualr sauna but I don't. The portable model is on sale for only $299 so I think I'm going to take advantage of it. I go to a health center once a week and a 30 minute session for the infrared sauna is $30. The dr there said I should go 3 times a week to get the true benefits from it but I don't have the money to do that. I'd rather buy the portable sauna and use it whenever I want in my own bedroom in front of the tv! Steph > > > > > > Hi Bindi, > > > Thank you so much for the great article! It really lifted my > spirit > > > and makes me feel like everything is going to be ok. I have a > far > > > infared sauna but the darn thing will only heat up to 105 now and > I > > > don't sweat from that. I need to see what kind of warranty is on > it > > > because we've only had it a few months. Thanks again for digging > > that > > > up! Love, PH > > > > > > --- In , " freebindi " <bindi@> wrote: > > > > > > > > http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080124104917.htm > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 Hi Steph, I never saw these portable saunas before. Are they better or at least just as good as the actual saunas? I found on that would fit in my house but it is three times the amount of the portable version so im trying to decide what will give the best benefit. I dont know too much about these devices. > > > > > > > > > > http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080124104917.htm > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 I talked to the rep this morning and he said that if you don't have room for a regular sauna than the portable model would be fine. He said that it's still enclosed and gives off a lot of heat. He said that he's done both and sweat just the same but he did say the blanket didn't give off as much heat. I was looking into buying the blanket but now am going to buy the portable model. I do believe him because the blanket costs more than the portable model! Steph > > > > > > > > > > > > > http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080124104917.htm > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 Thank you so much for the info. I think i would rather save a few hundred dollars and have the option of putting this away if i will get the same results. Hugs, > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080124104917.htm > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 here's some benefits that are listed on the website for the portable: Dry Heat - Detoxifying - Energizing Beautifying Slimming - A Feeling of Well-Being This Unique High Quality Far Infrared, FIR Portable Sauna with exclusive beneficial features, finally can be affordable and used in privacy of your home or apartment or any living environment without large spaces & special communications for it. It's design include the most desirable features the expansive and fancy Saunas have. With this Portable Far Infrared, FIR Sauna you will have even more conveniences and benefits then with a large Sauna. This Far Infrared, FIR sauna heater box applies hi-tech of super conductive and ultra thin carbon fiber heating element. The high heat efficiency helps perspire, activate the build, promote blood circulation, and keep body healthy. 10 minutes of sauna bath corresponds to 30 minutes of jogging for exhaust sweat. With its satisfying design, your head and hands can extend out for reading, watching TV, or listening to music. The advantage of the Far Infrared, FIR sauna over a conventional sauna A conventional sauna heats the air in the chamber to a very high temperature, which in turn heats our body. A Far Infrared, FIR sauna works differently. Neither oxygen molecules nor nitrogen molecules in the air can block the FIR wave; therefore, the FIR unique wave length penetrates directly onto our body a couple of inches. It makes us feel quite warm and we perspire profusely, but our skin is not hurt by the hot air. Some heavy metals accumulate under our skin and the FIR sauna is very good for sweating out heavy metal deposits under our skin. Far infrared portable sauna unit includes Far infrared sauna box New Features Add-On with Negative Ion Far infrared carbon fiber heating panels Intelligent temperature automatic preset control for various level of heating Master controller unit State of The Art New Technology In Super Conductive Heating Elements Coated With heat Activated FIR Material 1050 watt, Equivalent To 1780 watts Thermal Energy! Handheld timer and heating level controller Compact folding chair Heating Foot pad Foam floor pad Compact Folding Chair Handheld Control for control of time and heating level Master Controller Unit Foam Floor Cushion Zipper for Neck and Both Arms Zipper for Entrance Regular Size: 27in wide x 32in deep x 38in high Large Size: 32in wide x 34in deep x 41in high AC 120v 60hz Power Supply Fir Material Energy Emission . . . . 97% Automatic Preset Timer Control . . . . 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 min. Low Operating Cost . . . . approximately $0.05 for 30 minutes use > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080124104917.htm > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 , I just also wanted to let you know that the sale ends tomorrow, normally it's $399 and with the sale you get free shipping! Steph > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080124104917.htm > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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