What's that one procedure in the sauna you haven't even thought about?

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The sauna has always been important to Estonians, and the world knows that we have a serious sauna tradition. In winter, the sauna is the home SPA of almost every Estonian. So how do you get the most out of it?

Sauna is good for the body

Skin regenerates for 28 days and from the inside out. The sauna, combined with the sauna and the hot bath, supports and accelerates the skin's self-renewal. Sweat can remove many harmful toxins from the body, which in turn boosts your immunity.

All kinds of witches can be used. The most well known are certainly birch and oak, but why not a juniper or nettle wick!!! Nettle witch hazel is particularly effective for aching joints. To use the wax properly, first place the wax in warm water (avoid boiling water) for up to five minutes, then in cold water for up to five minutes.

In the summer, you could try making your own wax from a meadow or garden. Each plant has its own energy, and you might be surprised how exactly the plants you need at the moment come to you in your wake. As a bonus, when you whisk in fresh plants, you'll get a wonderful, magical scent in your bedding room. You shouldn't leave the greenery to soak in water after you've wilted it, as this is the quickest way for the greenery to lose its leaves.

Fresh or dried plants can also be placed in the water of the fire if you wish to have a ritual experience. Various essential oils are also part and parcel of a proper sauna experience. Everyone will find a favourite, but minerals always help to soothe respiratory ailments.

Be sure to note that taking a sauna also removes fluids from the body, so drinking alcohol is not really recommended. Rather, make sure you have consumed enough water.

When can a sauna help?

Even Hippocrates, the ancient physician, said that when no remedy works, a sauna can help.

The heat kills germs, so viral and cold diseases get a quick relief. It is particularly good for respiratory problems. It can also help with joint problems or regular chronic headaches, as sauna is a natural painkiller.

A Finnish study found that those who took a sauna more than 4 times a week reduced their risk of dying from a heart attack by 63%, compared to those who took a sauna only once a week. Just think what we are missing out on if we don't take a sauna at all..

A sauna is also good for relieving post-exercise muscle tension.

How do you experience the benefits of sauna?

When you go to the sauna, you should first run yourself under the running water to sit on the platform clean.

It's also a good idea to take a herbal foot bath between the beds. It's interesting to see from an Instagram poll that 85% of respondents have never thought of this. Both fresh and dried plants are suitable, which should be placed in a bowl of warm water. Mint and St. John's wort lift the mood. Chamomile, chamomile or hops can help you sleep. Your feet will feel several kilos lighter when you take them out of the bath. Even a 5-10 minute bath is enough.

One of the big mistakes people make is washing with soap or shower gel at the end of a sauna session. Soap removes the natural protective layer of the skin and makes it dry. In the sauna, however, we're already flushing out the pores and sweating out the toxins, so there's no point in stripping away that last layer of protection. Rather, you should end your sauna session with a good shower and a body scrub to remove dead skin cells.

Positive effects of cold therapy on the body

Another winter immunity booster is, of course, snow, a cold bath or shower. Before a sauna, you can soak yourself in snow or walk barefoot on it. It is important to remember not to jump onto the stage immediately afterwards, but to let the body recover, for example, in the hall of the sauna. Exactly the same applies to dipping yourself in the snow between sauna sessions. Allow your body time to return to normal temperature.

The cold reduces stress and this is very important. When you have less stress, you don't get sick as easily. Cold water has an analgesic effect and promotes the secretion of happy hormones. Your mood will improve, which will show. The body gets a mild shock, you start breathing more deeply, which speeds up the heart rate, makes the circulatory system more active and releases endorphins.

Cold water boosts the immunity of the whole body, but if you have a heart condition, it's wise to avoid the icy bath

Your skin will glow. Make sure your warm water showers and baths are as short as possible. Hot water strips the body of its natural oils, and the longer we spend in the water, the worse we put our skin. This also gives a 'pulling' sensation after washing, which is certainly a familiar feeling. After washing, it is always a good idea to cover the entire surface of the skin with a water-free body oil or butter. However, finishing your shower and bath with cold water is an effective way to improve circulation and overall skin condition. Take time to get used to cold water. Start with cooler water first and gradually work your way up to colder water. Your body will get used to the new habit in a couple of weeks.

A Dutch study of 3,000 people found that two-thirds said a cold shower boosted their energy levels as much as a cup of coffee.

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