Many steam rooms have different oils that create scents that fill the room, which help to relax, alter moods, ease muscle tension, cure and prevent cold and flu symptoms, combat stress, and clear the sinuses.
The nice thing about steam rooms are that no matter what you are looking to accomplish, a steam room can help you get there. A steam room will help you reduce stress, raise your metabolism, improve your complexion, alleviate pain due to sports injury, prevent injuries, and can also ease the symptoms of a cold.
The steam helps relax stiff joints and muscles after workouts and can help with the recovery process. Steam also helps cleanse your skin, boost your immune system, and helps remove toxins.
CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH AND STEAM ROOMS
During a steam bath there is an increase in blood flow and circulation. This is due in part by heat causing the blood vessels in the skin to expand. Blood pressure does not change during a steam bath even though heart rate can almost double.
FEVER? WILL THIS MAKE ME SICK?
No, you will not get sick by using a steam room. However, a steam room will force your body into a state where it thinks you are sick. The body's natural defense when sick is to raise the body's temperature above normal (hence a fever) to try and destroy invading organisms and sweat out impurities. The raising of the body's temperature is called hyperthermia.
HOW DOES HYPERTHERMIA WORK?
The body's normal temperature is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. When the body raises its temperature higher than normal it goes into a state of hyperthermia. many invading organisms that enter the body cannot live in the body when its temperature is raised-therefore, when the body goes into hyperthermia, those organisms die.
Even though hyperthermia doesn't kill off all the organisms, they do reduce the number to a level where the immune system has a better chance of fighting them off and killing them.
BENEFITS OF USING A STEAM ROOM
soothes mind and body to relieve stress and relax muscle
increases body metabolism
deep cleanses the skin
helps eliminate toxins
boosts your immune system
relieves discomforts of asthma, allergies and arthritis
keeps mucous membranes from excessive drying
relieves throat irritation by moistening the air
relaxes muscles
relieves coughing
relieves inflammation and congestion of upper respiratory mucous membranes
loosens secretions and stimulates discharge of mucous from the that and lungs
BEAUTY BENEFITS OF USING A STEAM ROOM
intensive and comprehensive cleansing effect on skin
enhances circulation and blood flow to skin
nourishes skin with nutrients
superior to body wraps in treatment of cellulite
increased body metabolism
emulsifies fat of sebaceous glands
enhance the development of collagen
hydrates dry skin
HYDRATION
When in the steam room you will find your skin getting wet, this is not only because you will be sweating, but it is also from the steam. When the room fills with steam, it is not uncommon for your hair/skin to have a white appearance- this is normal due to the water particles on your hair.
It is very important to stay hydrated when using a steam room. This will ensure proper hydration and ensure bodily functions will work properly. Dehydration can come about quickly an dis something you want to avoid at all cost.