Formula Recipe

Duration: 30 - 45 Minutes

3-5 weekly sessions

What it is

An infrared sauna is a type of sauna that uses infrared heaters to emit light experienced as radiant heat. Unlike a traditional sauna, which heats the air around you (often to 180°F or higher), an infrared sauna warms your body directly, allowing for a much more tolerable air temperature (usually 120°F$–140°F).

Think of it like the difference between sitting in the sun on a cool day versus sitting in a hot, humid room.

Benefits

• Deep Tissue Relief: Infrared waves penetrate deeper into the skin than heated air, providing better relief for joint stiffness.
• Cardiovascular "Workout": Your heart rate increases and blood vessels dilate to cool you down, mimicking the effects of a brisk walk while you sit still.
• Skin Health: The deep sweat flushes out pores, while the light itself may stimulate collagen (similar to red light therapy, though saunas focus more on heat).
• Stress Reduction: Lowers cortisol (the stress hormone) and triggers the release of endorphins.

Who is it good for

• Heat-Sensitive Individuals: Those who find traditional saunas "stifling" or hard to breathe in.
• Athletes & Gym-Goers: People looking for deep tissue penetration to help with muscle repair.
• Chronic Pain Patients: Individuals with arthritis, fibromyalgia, or long-term back pain.
• Biohackers: Those interested in "hormetic stress"—the concept of using mild stress (like heat) to make the body more resilient.

When is it Used

• Post-Workout: To relax muscles and speed up the removal of metabolic waste like lactic acid.
• Evening/Before Bed: The drop in core body temperature after you leave the sauna can signal to your brain that it's time to sleep.
• During "Detox" Protocols: Many use it to induce a heavy sweat, which studies suggest can help excrete trace amounts of heavy metals (like lead and cadmium).

How Does an Infrared Sauna Work

Infrared saunas use light waves to gently heat your body from the inside. This raises your core temperature without needing very high heat, helping you sweat and detox more comfortably.

How Is It Different from a Traditional Sauna

Infrared saunas use lower heat (110–140°F) compared to traditional saunas (130–150°F). This makes it easier to stay in longer and sweat without feeling too hot. Instead of just heating the air, infrared light goes deeper into your tissues for better results.

At Max Immunity, we use natural tools like heat to support your wellness. Infrared saunas can help boost circulation, support detox, aid in weight management, reduce pain and inflammation, and improve skin and immune health.

Side Effects

While generally safe, it is not for everyone.

• Dehydration: This is the most common side effect. You can lose a significant amount of water and electrolytes in a single session.
• Lightheadedness: Rapid changes in blood pressure can cause dizziness when standing up.
• Overheating: If you stay in too long (over 30-45 minutes), you risk heat exhaustion.

Contraindications

• Pregnancy: Raising core body temperature too high can be dangerous for fetal development.
• Heart Conditions: Those with unstable angina or recent heart attacks should avoid it due to the increased cardiac demand.
• Alcohol: Never use a sauna while intoxicated; it significantly increases the risk of fainting and severe dehydration.