Infrared Sauna Frequently
Asked Questions
Q. Are
your saunas in stock?
A.
In most cases we have all sauna models in stock.
Q. What are
your sauna prices?
A.
Smarty Whole-Body Hyperthermia Treatment System: $3,795;
Various Sizes of our TheraSaunas, with straight bench and corner
construction
options: $3,695, $4,195, $4,995, $5,695 and
$5,395.
Q. Do you
always offer free shipping?
A.
Well, we try, but then again a shipping special wouldn't be special
if we offered it every month.
Q. I can't
decide which sauna to buy. What's the major difference between
the Smarty, other infrared saunas on the market and
TheraSaunas?
A.
For practitioners working with facials, tanning and body wrapping,
the less expensive, lower-end saunas are adequate. (They couldn't achieve the
amount of
detoxification or perspiration with these units, though). When it comes to
other models on the market, keep in mind the old adage: YOU
GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR.
If
someone is battling severe health concerns or has
multiple chemical sensitivities, the TheraSaunas and/or the
Smarty sauna are a cut above the rest, as they do not off-gas like other plastic or wooden saunas do.
When you're sick the last thing you need is
more poison to combat. (We've
never had a customer return a unit because of odor or a chemical sensitivity issue).
If you can't decide between a Smarty
or a TheraSauna
consider your amount of living space. If
you have
limited space the Smarty would be ideal to
set up and dismantle
quickly.
Q. What makes TheraSaunas
and Smartys
so special? Aren't they basically the same saunas you see everywhere?
A.
NO. They are unique in a variety of ways.
You just can't get the health benefits you seek with sub-standard
models. That said, you can achieve at
least SOME benefit from
ANY far infrared sauna. However, here are a few factors that set TheraSaunas
apart from all others:
1. Constant supply of far infrared - not a shut-on,
shut-off rhythm. (You could purchase a less
expensive sauna but in the long haul would
be receiving less therapeutic radiation).
2. Pesticide-free white woods are used in construction. As a
rule of thumb, the darker the wood, the
more toxins exist in it, especially when
heated. That's why we use imported non-sprayed white
durable woods. (Cedar and redwood
both emit toxic gases when heated).
3. Patented electronic controls
4. Full range of light wavelength of between 7.5 and 12 microns
that has been proven to be the most therapeutic
range. The body produces infrared in
this range.
5. True "far" infrared light wavelength penetration (up to three
inches deep into the body)
6. Assembles in 30 minutes (usually less)
7. Plugs into standard household plugs (4-Person TheraSauna require
20 amp service)
8. Takes only minutes to warm up
9. Completely portable
10. Costs pennies a day to operate
11. Burns calories (up to 600 in a 25 minute session)
12. Relieves pain
13. Boosts immune and cardiovascular health
14. Promotes detoxification of heavy metals and all lipophilic
toxins
And the Smarty Difference:
You haven't perspired until you've perspired in the Smarty!
1.
Smarty
Therapy begins with 10-15 minutes of soothing warmth, and then
the fun starts! You begin sweating after
10-15 minutes and then the
sweat
just
pours out, cleansing your body and removing unhealthy materials from
the sebaceous glands of your body. In 30 minutes you've excreted as
much
as a
liter of sweat.
2. Protection from environmental pollution!
Our lives have become very convenient. But on the other hand, there
are
modern diseases caused by
harmful substances in the
environment. They are absorbed into our body through
foods containing additives,
antiseptics, agricultural chemicals,
etc. These substances induce
many different types of
diseases. The United States Food and Drug Administration has
analyzed this
syndrome of
unhealthiness caused by chemicals in our world. The FDA
has
found that sweating is one of the most effective ways to expel these
chemical
substances from our body.
3. We can call perspiration (okay, it's really called
sweat) "the body's cleanser" because it plays a very
important
role
in expelling wastes from our
body. However, toxic substances such as
dioxin,
lead and other heavy metals
do not melt in water but dissolve in the
fat in our
body. Therefore,
those toxic substances and cholesterol are not excreted with
the sweat provoked by a normal sauna or hot bath. Normal sweat comes
out through sweat glands, and toxic substances are ejected only through
the sebaceous glands. Therefore, it is necessary to sweat through
sebaceous glands
and this is
possible with black carbon far infrared therapy provided by the
Smarty.
| Dioxin detected in
Smarty Sweat: It was proved by the latest analyzing technique that 10 grams (10 cc) Smarty-sweat contained up to 0.47 pico gram* dioxin. About 1000 cc sweat is excreted by bathing in Smarty for 30-40 minutes, and it is possible to excrete up to 470 pico gram dioxin. The WHO defines the permitted daily intake of dioxin at 1-4 pico gram per 1kg body weight. In the case of a person weighing 60 kg it is 60-240 pico gram a day. Using Smarty for just 30-40 minutes a day enables us to eject this amount of dioxin or even more. (19 Feb. 1999 by Shimazu Techno Research: PCDDS+PCDFS=0,47pg./ml).
*Unit of pico gram |
Q. Can
children use infrared saunas?
A. Legally, we must say consult your physician before you or your children begin any health program, including
infrared therapy. However, hospitals routinely keep newborn babies warm by applying far infrared heat as it is
comforting and therapeutic. We have clients who take their young children into the saunas with them with
wonderful results.
A. Legally, we must say consult your physician before you or your children begin any health program, including
infrared therapy. However, hospitals routinely keep newborn babies warm by applying far infrared heat as it is
comforting and therapeutic. We have clients who take their young children into the saunas with them with
wonderful results.
Q. How can
infrared saunas be used in conjunction with exercise and before and
after work-outs?
A. According to research,
light literally can alter basic biological functions. Studies
indicate that radiant light
produces a metabolic effect in the body similar to that of exercise. Lactic acid, a by-product of muscle
metabolism that causes soreness and stiffness after strenuous exercise is significantly reduced after far
infrared (or radiant) sauna therapy. And use of the sauna before exercise can also be beneficial as it helps
increase blood circulation and acts as a "warm up" before activity.
produces a metabolic effect in the body similar to that of exercise. Lactic acid, a by-product of muscle
metabolism that causes soreness and stiffness after strenuous exercise is significantly reduced after far
infrared (or radiant) sauna therapy. And use of the sauna before exercise can also be beneficial as it helps
increase blood circulation and acts as a "warm up" before activity.
Q. Do you
use tempered glass or plexiglass in your TheraSaunas?
A. Plexiglass would be
fine, as its flash point is very high before emission of gases.
However, TheraSaunas
are constructed with only tempered glass in their doors
and windows.
Q. What is the structural
material for the Smarty?
A. Vinyl covered mahogany
wood.
Q. What are the advantages of
owning a sauna in comparison to less expensive spa visits?
A. The choice is
yours. We understand that owning a sauna isn't for everyone,
but realistically it could be viewed
as an investment in your health and perhaps life.
For many, the wonderful benefits of body penetration (up to
three inches), deep detoxification and pain
relief are enough to tip the scales in favor of owning one in the
privacy of one's home.
Q. Will my utility bills increase,
namely my electric bill?
A. Our saunas are
very efficient and a 30 minute session costs about 5 cents for
electricity to operate.
Q. Does dry, far infrared sauna
therapy affect the sinuses?
A. We have many
testimonials from happy customers who have been relieved of their
sinus congestion and
extreme sinus headaches with sauna therapy.
We cannot predict your personal results and again, if you
have any medical condition, consult your doctor
first.
Q. Does infrared sauna therapy
burn calories? Will I get slim using your sauna?
A. We can't predict
what results you'll have but some of our sauna users have reported
loss of excess weight and
inches. Our saunas can burn 300-600
calories in a 30 minute session.
Q. Does far infrared sauna
therapy help the skin look better? What about cellulite?
A. Many skin disorders are the result of clogged pores and
environmental damage. Far infrared rays penetrate the
skin to loosen oils and other debris from the pores,
enhancing immunity and circulation which helps one look
more radiant and beautiful.
Our muscles are wrapped in a padding of fatty connective tissue and
the fatty
cells of the padding are held in place by a network of
fibers, nourished and cleansed by body fluids. When this
process is slowed down, the tissue is flooded with
waste materials that thicken into gelatin-like substance and
hardens to form immovable pockets called cellulite.
Far infrared sauna therapy can help speed up the removal
of these waste materials and yes, some of our users
have reported quick loss of their cellulite with consistent
sauna use.
Q. You sometimes use the term
"radiation" when referring to far infrared. Is that correct
and more
importantly, is that safe?
A. The sun gives us its
radiation which is vital to life's functions so to say all radiation
is bad would be incorrect.
Our own bodies radiate infrared energy through the skin
at 3 to 50 microns, with most output at 9.4 microns.
Our palms emit infrared energy also. The infrared
heat produced by these infrared saunas is similar to the heat
from the sun. This radiant heat is a form of
energy that heats objects directly through conversion without having
to heat the air between. Radiant heat is also
called infrared energy or IR. IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE
HARMFUL RADIATION FROM MICROWAVES, DAMAGING ULTRAVIOLET
RAYS, ELECTRO-MAGNETIC
FREQUENCIES OR THE LIKE.
Q. Will the sauna be an eye-sore
in my home?
A. That depends on how
you define "eye-sore". The Smarty is handsomely
constructed and takes little
space. You could even hide it inside a large
closet if you think that's necessary. TheraSaunas are
handcrafted
from 100% clear non-toxic wood for years of durability
and lasting beauty.
Q. How do I know
if I'm toxic?
A. Today, studies show that
most of us have between 400 and 800 chemical residues stored in the
fat cells of our
bodies. These chemicals and heavy metals make up the "total toxic burden." When our bodies exceed the limit
that we can excrete, we begin to store these toxins. This bioaccumulation seriously compromises our
physiological and psychological health and leads to chronic disease. The following symptoms are often related
to toxicity: allergies, acne, anxiety, burning skin, brain fog, chronic fatigue, chemical sensitivities,
depression, eczema, frequent colds or flu, feeling "sick all over," insomnia, loss of dexterity, low body
temperature, memory loss, mood swings, muscle and joint pains and poor concentration.
Far infrared sauna therapy is recognized by health practitioners worldwide as perhaps the most effective method
of removing both chemical and heavy metal toxins from the body. The combination of "resonant absorption," and
low heat makes this the detox method of choice for chronically ill patients as well as those that are well and
wish to stay that way by reducing their "toxic burden."
"A sauna used to be thought as a luxury. But studies now confirm that diet and environmental chemicals
cause 95% of cancers. Furthermore, as the first generation of man exposed to such an unprecedented plethora
of daily chemicals we have learned that stored or undetoxified chemicals can mimic any disease. 'Incurable'
bodies. These chemicals and heavy metals make up the "total toxic burden." When our bodies exceed the limit
that we can excrete, we begin to store these toxins. This bioaccumulation seriously compromises our
physiological and psychological health and leads to chronic disease. The following symptoms are often related
to toxicity: allergies, acne, anxiety, burning skin, brain fog, chronic fatigue, chemical sensitivities,
depression, eczema, frequent colds or flu, feeling "sick all over," insomnia, loss of dexterity, low body
temperature, memory loss, mood swings, muscle and joint pains and poor concentration.
Far infrared sauna therapy is recognized by health practitioners worldwide as perhaps the most effective method
of removing both chemical and heavy metal toxins from the body. The combination of "resonant absorption," and
low heat makes this the detox method of choice for chronically ill patients as well as those that are well and
wish to stay that way by reducing their "toxic burden."
"A sauna used to be thought as a luxury. But studies now confirm that diet and environmental chemicals
cause 95% of cancers. Furthermore, as the first generation of man exposed to such an unprecedented plethora
of daily chemicals we have learned that stored or undetoxified chemicals can mimic any disease. 'Incurable'
chronic diseases
that were thought to have no known cause often disappear once toxic
chemicals are gone.
Since the popular far infrared sauna is the safest, most efficacious and economical way of depurating stored
toxins, this makes it a household necessity."
Since the popular far infrared sauna is the safest, most efficacious and economical way of depurating stored
toxins, this makes it a household necessity."