Why Doctors Recommend Far-Infrared

A well balanced diet, mild exercise, and a relaxing sauna session every day is an excellent way to maintain good health. Far infrared waves reflected to the body, provide concentrated radiant energy. When tissues in the body are exposed to far infrared waves, there is a rapid increase in warmth which can be shown by thermography. This heat causes the activation of several response mechanisms that stimulate the healing processes. It will increase blood flow by promoting dilation of the micro-circulatory system of capillaries. It will reduce muscle spasms as muscle fibers are heated. Toxins are removed from the areas receiving far infrared waves. The reduction of swelling and inflammation occurs by improving lymph flow. Reduced soreness by direct action on both free nerve endings in tissues and on peripheral nerves.

At the cellular level, researchers have discovered that far infrared wave lengths between 7 and 14 microns (the same as our saunas) stimulate enzyme activity, promote the adhesion and osmosis of water molecules across the cellular membrane and attract calcium ions to the cellular membrane.

Raymond Francis, author of Never Be Sick Again

"Health is a choice, and it is literally possible to never be sick in your lifetime. To be healthy, all we need to do is give our cells all the nutrients they need and protect them from the toxins they don't need. Everyday we make choices that affect our health. One of the most important choices we can make is the food we choose to eat on a daily basis. Most Americans are choosing the wrong foods. Another factor affecting our health is toxins. While we can't avoid toxins entirely, there are choices we can make to minimize our toxic exposures, such as the brand of toothpaste, deodorant or shampoo we use, and the water we drink."

"There is only one disease, malfunctioning cells. And, by the way, this concept of one disease has been called the most important medical discovery in 200 years. This one disease concept obsoletes most of modern medicine. The two causes of disease are deficiency (insufficient nutrients) and toxicity (excessive toxins)."

Diet, hydrotherapy and sauna

Skin cleansing and detox are essential for eliminating pesticides and other drugs and environmental chemicals. Approximately 10% of body elimination occurs through the skin, working in conjuction with other organs of elimination such as the colon, kidneys, and lungs. If one of these organs is stressed and not eliminating waste products efficiently, a greater burden may be placed on the remaining organs. This is why people with chronic constipation often have skin conditions such as acne.

Skin cleansing and detox are also an integral part of the treatment of multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS), pesticide and chemical exposure, and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). As a preventative measure, it is used by healthy couples who wish to decrease their stored toxins prior to conception.

Contrast showers The contrast between hot and cold water increases microcirculation through body tissues, promotes detoxification, and strengthens the immune system. This helps bring nutrients, oxygen and immune cells to damaged and stressed tissues and carries away metabolic waste, inflammatory by-products and other toxic substances. Contrast showers also strengthen the immune system by increasing the number of white blood cells. Start with three minutes of hot water followed by less than one minute of cold water. Repeat this pattern at least once, always finishing with cold (e.g. 3 minutes hot - 1 minute cold - 3 minutes hot - 1 minute cold).

Sauna Many cultures use sauna cleansing as a regular part of detoxification and cleansing. It is a powerful method of eliminating environmental chemicals that are stored in fat cells.

• Find a dry heat sauna that has not been treated with toxic chemicals
• You should not be hungry, have just eaten, or feel weak
• Exercise for 20 to 30 minutes. Cardiovascular exercise, such as running or using a treadmill or exercise bicycle, is necessary to stimulate the circulation of blood and lymph to the deep tissues
• The recommended length of time in the sauna varies according to the condition. Sittings of about 15 minutes at a time are recommended in a low temperature sauna. In advanced sauna cleanses, up to 45 minutes at a time are recommended, but it is essential that the sauna be low temperature and the person stays hydrated with water and minerals. Heavy sweating after 10 to 15 minutes is a sign that the sauna is too warm
• In order to increase circulation and mobilize chemicals from fat tissue, niacin supplements are sometimes recommended for 2 to 3 weeks with daily sauna therapy. A health care practitioner should be consulted to ensure the safety and efficacy of the detox

Diet The following diet recommendations will promote skin cleansing; Drink at least 8-12 glasses of water per day. You will require more if you are sauna cleansing. Take a mineral supplement. Many people prefer liquid mineral supplements. People with heart or kidney disease should not take mineral supplements without consulting a qualified health care provider.

Note: A health care practitioner should be consulted to customize a detox program for you, especially if you have pre-existing medical conditions. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not detox.

Source: Cathy Wong, Your Guide to Alternative Medicine, March 2003