Physiological Benefits of Steam

Sweating is therapeutic, but so too are other physiological effects of steam therapy. Dramatic effects derive from the circulatory changes caused by the intense heat exposure. The heart rate can increase as much as 50% to 70% during a 10 to 20 minute steam bath session. Increased cardiac output and blood flow brings vital nutrients to skin and subcutaneous tissue, stimulating cellular activity and growth. The parts of the shin that normally suffer from poor circulation benefit especially from this treatment, since the increased blood flow supplies it with extra nutrients and oxygen. Increases in the metabolic rate burns calories, improves circulation, promotes water -weight loss and beautifies skin.

How the Body Detoxifies

The skin is sometimes referred to as the third kidney because of its role in elimination. The heat of a steam bath speeds up the chemical processes in the body, making steam therapy on of the simplest and most comfortable ways to rid the body of accumulated toxins. Pores open and millions of sweat glands start to excrete, and the body rids itself of metabolic and other wastes products. Perspiration allows excretion of toxins, impurities and excess fluid pretension helping the kidneys and liver to detoxify the blood.

How Steam Helps Beautify Skin

The skin, our bodies largest organ, has more than 2 million eccrine glands. Sweat, from a therapeutic steam, emulsifies the fat of sebaceous glands more effectively than water and cleans them of sebum and the bacterial flora they usually contain. Aiding in the relief of many skin eruptions and outbreaks. The keratin in the outer layers of the skin macerates and softens with extended contact with moisture. The skin becomes softer and more hydrated creating an optimum condition for the absorption of creams, lotions, and essential oils.