The Benefits of Hot & Cold Therapy

Using temperature therapeutically is becoming increasingly popular. Saunas and cold immersion ice baths are being touted in the biohacking community for overall longevity. Published research surely backs this up. The health benefits of thermogenesis and sauna are seen in cardiovascular disease, mood disorders, immune optimization, detoxification, and many other clinical conditions. Today we discuss sauna and cold immersion with Andrew Nehlig and Jennifer Richter. They own and operate ‘Sauna House’, a premier Nordic-styled bathhouse located in Asheville, NC. They are passionate about their work and share their insight regarding the health benefits of sauna.   Today on The Lab Report: 3:00 Meet Andrew and Jen! 7:30 Different types of sauna 10:00 Amazing health benefits 14:15 How long? How often? Too much?  19:45 Immunity and sauna 21:23 Temperature therapy and mood 25:25 Hot then cold or cold then hot 29:05 The Fireball   Additional Resources: Sauna House Sauna, Heart Disease, and Decreased Mortality Immunity and Temperature Therapy   Subscribe, Rate, & Review The Lab Report Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode of The Lab Report, presented by Genova Diagnostics, with your hosts Michael Chapman and Patti Devers. If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the subscribe button and give us a rating or leave a review. Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Email Patti and Michael with your most interesting and pressing questions on functional medicine: [email protected]. And, be sure to share your favorite Lab Report episodes with your friends and colleagues on social media to help others learn more about Genova and all things related to functional medicine and specialty lab testing. Disclaimer: The content and information shared in The Lab Report is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in The Lab Report represent the opinions and views of Michael Chapman and Patti Devers and their guests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.