Rhonda Patrick's Sauna Routine (temperature, duration, & hydration protocols)
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April 2nd 2024
(9 months)
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In this video, expect to learn:
- How often Rhonda uses the sauna
- Rhonda's sauna temperature & humidity
- How long Rhonda stays in the sauna (and how she knows when to get out)
- Why Rhonda uses the sauna after exercising
- Why Rhonda often uses her jacuzzi instead of the sauna
- What to do for heat stress if you don't have access to a sauna
- How Rhonda hydrates post-sauna & whether she takes electrolytes
- Rhonda's thoughts on post-sauna cold therapy
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- Sauna use extends healthspan.
- Sauna bathing ameliorates the harmful effects of high stress occupations.
- US Saunas Incapable of Reaching Temps Necessary for Theraputic Effects?
- New comprehensive analysis of the literature by @LaukkanenJari shows frequent sauna use may reduce the risk of heart disease, neurocognitive diseases.
- People who used the sauna 2-3x per week had a 12% reduction in stroke risk & people who used the sauna 4-7x per week reduced their stroke risk by 62%.
