Sauna Sessions Shown to Temporarily Boost Immune Cells, Finnish Study Finds

6 articles · Updated · New York Post · Apr 10

A Finnish study has found that spending 30 minutes in a sauna rapidly increases white blood cell circulation, temporarily boosting immune system activity.
The research showed that both sauna novices and regular users experienced a spike in immune cells, which returned to normal within half an hour post-session.
This immune response may help the body patrol for pathogens, supporting long-standing beliefs in the health benefits of sauna bathing.

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