Ahhh August - time for
vacations, back yard bbqs and generally taking life
easier. Sunny days, balmy nights, shooting stars and
the smell of outdoor cooking seem to make life slow
down as we appreciate the simple pleasures of
friends, family, and the great outdoors.
Oh, did we forget to mention
that August is also traditionally the HOTTEST
month of
the year? In fact, as we write this, it's a blistering 38
degrees Celsius in the sunny Okanagan (really HOT
for our American friends). So, why fight it? This
month, we're embracing the subject of
Heat.
We are often asked, "Do you sauna
in the summer?". We reply, "Do you take vitamins in
the summer? Do you exercise in the summer? Do
you care about your skin, diet, and health in the
summer?". The response is a resounding "YES"!
. Saunas are good for you year-round. They help
your body clear toxins; they improve your
cardiovascular health and immune systems
and according to the 9th edition of Clayton's
Electrotherapy, "infrared is the only antidote to
excessive ultraviolet radiation" - aka -
SUNBURN. Try
taking a sauna in the early morning or late evening
when the air is cooler. In any case - your sauna is
there for you to enjoy year-round!
In this issue, we'll discuss
everything from how to
prevent heat stroke, to an illness called 'hot tub
lung', to exciting news about how a common spice
may help prevent cancer.
Just because it's August, don't
take a vacation from your health - heat it up!
Until next
month,
Warmest Regards!
Soleil Saunas
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