Creating a Personalized Holistic Diet Plan
I have been studying and experimenting with various dietary plans since 1995 when I was 15 and have directly coached over 700 clients. The key insight I have realized through this process is that we are all physically and mentally unique and require personalized plans…
Sauna Use Tips During the Fall Season
As the summer heat fades and the air turns cooler and crisper, Fall presents a great opportunity to reengage with your infrared sauna routine and find ways to add it in more regularly. Below, I’ll walk you through how to transition into consistent use, why…
Infrared Sauna Therapy for Chronic Fatigue and Mitochondrial Health
What does chronic fatigue look like? You drag yourself out of bed. Already tired. By afternoon, even thinking feels hard. You wonder if this is just life now. It doesn’t have to be. Chronic fatigue often starts at the cellular level, in structures called mitochondria….
Get Glowing with Infrared Therapy! Achieving Clearer, Younger-Looking Skin
Your skin tells a story. Every line, spot, and texture change reflects years of sun exposure, stress, and time passing. But what if you could rewrite parts of that story? One of the many benefits of infrared sauna therapy is the effect it has on…
Delicious Nutrient Dense Smoothie Recipes
Ready to upgrade your breakfast with tasty smoothies made with ingredients rich in macronutrients (protein, carbohydrates, and fats) and micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals)?! Enjoy my favorite smoothie recipes that I have developed over the last 20 years as a nutritionist and chef. All of…
Healthy Homemade Nut Milk Recipes
Store bought nut milks are often made with questionable fillers and binders, added cane sugar, and non-organic nuts (i.e. filled with pesticides and herbicides). Luckily, making your own healthy, fresh, organic homemade nut milks is easy and even more affordable! DIRECTIONS FOR ALL OF THESE…
Why Infrared Saunas are Great for Seniors
A 72-year-old customer recently told us something wonderful. After three weeks of regular infrared sauna use, she could bend down and tie her shoes without pain for the first time in years. Her morning stiffness had decreased by about half. We’re so excited to hear…
Sauna Therapy for Anxiety: A Proven Path to Relaxation
In today’s fast-paced world, anxiety is a common experience. Luckily, there are now many proven therapies available to us and one increasingly popular option is infrared sauna therapy, a modern twist on traditional saunas. But can sitting in a warm room really ease anxious feelings…
Start Your Day Strong: The Surprising Benefits of a Morning Sauna Session
You know that feeling when your alarm goes off and your body feels like it’s made of concrete? Yeah, we’ve all been there. But what if I told you there’s a way to wake up that actually makes you excited to get out of bed?…
Clear Your Mind, Sharpen Your Focus: How Infrared Saunas Fight Brain Fog
Ever walk into a room and forget why you went there? Or stare at your computer screen while your brain feels wrapped in cotton? You’re not alone. Brain fog hits most of us these days. It’s that annoying mental cloudiness where focusing feels impossible and…
Using Your Sauna to Support Respiratory Health
Both traditional and infrared saunas are well known for supporting relaxation and detoxification, but emerging research has also shown promise for respiratory wellness. How Saunas Help and Supporting Research Who Can Benefit Truly everyone, even if you are not currently experiencing respiratory conditions, but especially…
The Role of Infrared Sauna Therapy in Athletic Recovery
For athletes and active individuals, recovery isn’t just a luxury, it’s a necessity. Whether you’re training for competition or simply pushing your physical limits, how you recover between workouts can make or break your performance. Among the many tools gaining popularity in the world of…
Why Indoor Air Quality Matters More Than You Think — And How Saunas Help You Detox
Most of us think of air pollution as a factor when outdoors, and our homes as clean, safe spaces. But the air inside your home is often more polluted than the air outside, according to the EPA.(1,2) From the furniture we sit on, to the…
Managing Chronic Inflammation with Regular Sauna Use
Chronic inflammation is a major underlying cause of many health challenges from arthritis and fibromyalgia to cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases. Unfortunately, this affects millions of Americans. In fact, according to a study published in Frontiers in Medicine in 2024, approximately 35% of adults deal with…
What Happens to Your Hormones During an Infrared Sauna Session?
Infrared sauna therapy offers a wide range of benefits for hormone balance and overall health. This innovative approach not only provides deep detoxification and relaxation but also supports the body’s endocrine system in numerous ways. By influencing various hormones, infrared sauna sessions can enhance well-being,…
Sauna Use for Better Circulation: A Complete Guide
Infrared saunas have continuously gained popularity for delivering a variety of health benefits in a gentle, comfortable way and one of the most significant is how they enhance circulation. In this complete guide, we’ll explore how far infrared saunas support vascular health, improve blood flow,…
How Infrared Saunas Help You Acclimate to the Summer Heat
As temperatures soar in the summer months, many people struggle to adjust to the heat. Whether you’re an athlete training outdoors, someone who works in hot environments, or simply trying to stay active during the warmer season, heat acclimation is essential for performance, comfort, and…
How to Incorporate Infrared Sauna Sessions Into a Busy Lifestyle
In our fast-paced, distraction filled world, finding time to relax and prioritize self-care can feel like an uphill battle. Yet, among the various wellness tools available, infrared sauna therapy offers a unique blend of relaxation, detoxification, and health benefits that make it well worth the…
The Perfect Post-Workout Sauna Routine
Whether you’re training hard or just staying active, recovery is everything, and that’s where a post-workout sauna routine can truly shine. Stepping into an infrared sauna after exercise does more than just feel good; it supports your body’s recovery systems, enhances detoxification, and helps you…
The Benefits of Chemical-Free Wood Treatment in Saunas
When it comes to creating a wellness sanctuary in your home, the materials used in your sauna play a pivotal role in ensuring a safe and health-promoting environment. One of the most significant considerations is the type of wood used and its treatment process. Opting…
Safe Sauna Use for Beginners: A Gentle Guide to Starting Your Detox Journey
Saunas offer a powerful way to support detoxification, enhance relaxation, and improve overall well-being, but it’s important to start slow and let your body acclimate to the infrared and heat. Infrared saunas, compared to traditional saunas, offer a much gentler and safer approach to heat…
Hypoallergenic Wood in Saunas: A Guide for Sensitive Users
If you have environmental sensitivities, asthma, or are prone to allergies, the type of wood you choose for your sauna is paramount. Not all woods are created equal, and some can emit strong odors or contain high levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that may…
How Infrared Saunas Complement Holistic Health Practices
In a world that often emphasizes quick fixes and surface-level solutions, holistic health offers an integrative approach to well-being. Rather than treating isolated symptoms, holistic health looks at the full picture—mind, body, environment, etc. with the goal to create harmony in all areas of our…
Best Times of Day for Sauna Use
Infrared Saunas have become a popular worldwide wellness trend due to their various proven health benefits, such as detoxification, improved circulation and cardiovascular health, stress relief, and skin rejuvenation. While any time of day can be beneficial for infrared sauna sessions, there are certain times…
Beat Jet Lag with Far Infrared Saunas: Your Science-Backed Recovery Guide
Ever stepped off a long-haul flight feeling like you’ve been hit by a truck? That’s our friend jet lag saying “hello” — and it’s no fun at all. While many of us reach for coffee or melatonin, there’s another recovery tool that deserves your attention:…
Infrared Sauna Therapy for Chronic Pain Management: What The Research Says
By Tristan Anderson, MA, CHHP and Jenna Greenfield, MD Chronic pain affects millions of individuals worldwide, impacting quality of life and creating a constant struggle for relief. Common treatments, such as pain medications, physical therapy, and surgery, can have varying levels of success and often…
Infrared Saunas and Athletes
Sauna use has several proven ways to assist athletes in both endurance and recovery. Athletes all over the world are now using this method to give them an edge up on their competition. Here are High Tech Health for instance, our saunas are in several…
Enhancing Your Wellness Journey: Combining Infrared Sauna Use with Complementary Practices
In today’s fast-paced world, holistic wellness has gained immense significance as individuals seek integrated approaches to support their physical, mental, and emotional health. With statistics showing that 50 percent of Americans now prioritize wellness in their daily lives—up from 42 percent in 2020—people are increasingly…
The Psychology of Heat Therapy: Mental Health Benefits
The mental health benefits of heat therapy, particularly through sauna use, have garnered increasing attention from researchers and healthcare professionals. This ancient practice, long valued in many cultures for its health benefits, is now being studied scientifically for its effects on mental well-being, especially in…
How Professionals Use Saunas for Stress Management
Modern life often feels like a relentless marathon of deadlines, responsibilities, and sensory overload. For professionals juggling high-stakes careers, chronic stress isn’t just exhausting—it’s a silent saboteur of physical health, mental clarity, and emotional resilience. Amid this growing crisis, infrared sauna therapy has emerged as…
5 Reasons Why You Need to Add a Sauna to Your Fitness Routine
Whether you’re an athlete, a weekend warrior, or simply someone committed to a healthy lifestyle, adding a sauna to your fitness routine can take your performance and recovery to the next level. From enhancing muscle recovery to improving cardiovascular health, the benefits of sauna use…
Using Infrared Saunas to Combat Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), often called “winter depression,” affects millions of people worldwide, causing low energy, mood swings, and social withdrawal during darker months. While light therapy and lifestyle changes are common treatments, emerging research highlights infrared sauna therapy as a promising, science-backed intervention. This…
The Connection Between EMF Exposure and Sleep Quality
As we navigate an increasingly connected world, concerns about the potential health impacts of electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure have grown. One area of particular interest is the relationship between EMF exposure and sleep quality. Let’s explore what the latest research tells us. Understanding EMF Exposure:…
Sauna Use Leads to Better Sleep Quality
In our fast-paced world, quality sleep has become increasingly elusive. The constant buzz of modern life, mounting stress levels, and irregular schedules all conspire against our natural sleep patterns. Yet, an ancient practice might hold the key to better sleep: sauna bathing. Modern research is…
Do I Need to Detox?
Why It Matters and How to do it Right Are you wondering if detoxing is important? Doesn’t my body naturally eliminate all of the harmful things? While your body has natural detox systems, like your liver, kidneys, and skin, the increasing presence of toxins (naturally…
The Importance of Vitamin D for Health: A Comprehensive Guide
Vitamin D, often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin,” is a vital nutrient that plays a significant role in maintaining overall well-being. Despite its critical importance, vitamin D deficiency is a common global health issue, affecting millions of people. In this article, we’ll explore why…
Kickstart Your New Year Fitness and Weight Loss Goals with Infrared Saunas
As we welcome the New Year, many of us set our sights on weight loss and improved fitness as key resolutions. Whether you’re looking to lose weight, improve cardiovascular health, or simply feel more energetic, achieving your goals requires a combination of commitment, consistency, and…
What are the Benefits of a Sauna?
Here at High Tech Health we have been selling infrared saunas for over 27 years and have sold to 10s of thousands of customers. This has given us this opportunity to hear incredible stories from our customers about the wide range of benefits they have…
Phthalates Uncovered: How these toxic chemicals are impacting your life
You’ve probably heard about phthalates and the warnings to avoid them, but what exactly are they, and why should you be concerned? Phthalates are chemicals found in many products we use daily, from personal care items to household goods. Because they are so widespread, avoiding…
How to Set Up Your Perfect Home Gym: A Step-by-Step Guide
Setting up a home gym can transform your fitness routine, making it more convenient and accessible which will make it easy to workout with regularity. Whether you have a spacious basement or just a corner in your living room, you can create a workout area…
Why You Should Use Your Infrared Sauna in the Summer
When most people think of using a sauna, they envision a warm retreat during the cold winter months. However, using your infrared sauna in the summer can offer a surprising array of benefits that go far beyond relaxation. Here’s why you should consider making your…
Simple Stretches to Enhance Your Infrared Sauna Experience
A home sauna is a fantastic way to relax, recover, reduce inflammation, and detoxify. Using the sauna regularly already feels amazing. It is also a great opportunity to incorporate some simple stretches. The gentle heat from an infrared sauna can help loosen your muscles and…
How many calories do we burn in an infrared sauna?
Among the many benefits we attribute to far infrared saunas, one topic that piques interest is that far infrared saunas burn calories. The claim that just one infrared sauna session can burn 300 to 600 calories has been circulating for years, initially based on a…
Holistic Detoxification: Supporting Your Body’s Natural Detox Pathways
In our modern world, our bodies are constantly exposed to environmental toxins and even to toxic byproducts from normal bodily processes. Luckily, the human body has sophisticated built-in detoxification mechanisms and we can support these natural processes through targeted nutrition, herbal remedies, and holistic lifestyle…
Understanding the Link Between Inflammation and Your Age
Inflammation is your body’s natural defense mechanism against injury, infection, and harmful stimuli. While acute inflammation is necessary for healing, chronic inflammation often lurks beneath the surface, contributing to aging and a host of diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis. As we age, the…
The Power of Good Posture: A Chiropractor’s Perspective
In our busy, tech-driven world, good posture is more important than ever. The way we carry ourselves has a profound impact on both physical health and mental well-being. As a chiropractor, I’ve seen firsthand the far-reaching effects of posture on the body and the overall…
What to do After Your Sauna Session
The benefits of a sauna session are well-documented, ranging from detoxification and stress relief to improved circulation and skin health. Here’s a professional guide on what to do after your sauna session. 4. Wear Loose-Fitting Clothing Let your skin breathe Given the intensive sweating and…
Comparing Infrared and Traditional Saunas: Benefits and Differences
When evaluating traditional vs infrared saunas, it’s essential to understand how each type raises your core body temperature and the specific benefits they offer, which are central to the effectiveness of sauna-based heat therapy. Heating Mechanisms: Traditional vs Infrared Saunas Traditional saunas utilize a single…
Meditating in Your Infrared Sauna: Unlocking Ultimate Relaxation
Infrared saunas are renowned for their therapeutic benefits, such as improved circulation, detoxification, and enhanced muscle recovery. When you combine these advantages with the mental clarity and stress reduction of meditation, you create a powerful wellness routine that addresses both body and mind. Here’s a…
Alleviating Muscle and Joint Pain with Infrared Saunas: An Evidence-Based Approach
Muscle and joint pain are common issues that significantly affect individuals’ quality of life, limiting mobility and causing persistent discomfort. Traditional treatments, such as medications and physical therapy, are often used to manage these conditions. Additionally, infrared sauna therapy is a highly effective complementary treatment….