{"id":6019,"date":"2019-05-20T20:30:24","date_gmt":"2019-05-21T03:30:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/?p=6019"},"modified":"2019-05-21T22:54:32","modified_gmt":"2019-05-22T05:54:32","slug":"sauna-vs-steam-room","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/","title":{"rendered":"Sauna Vs Steam Room \u2013 What\u2019s the Hottest Option for Your Health?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/#Better_circulation\" title=\"Better circulation\">Better circulation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/#Helping_cardiovascular_diseases\" title=\"Helping cardiovascular diseases\">Helping cardiovascular diseases<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/#Weight_loss_aid\" title=\"Weight loss aid\">Weight loss aid<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/#Detox\" title=\"Detox\">Detox<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/#Releasing_stress\" title=\"Releasing stress\">Releasing stress<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/#Improved_circulation\" title=\"Improved circulation\">Improved circulation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/#Lower_blood_pressure\" title=\"Lower blood pressure\">Lower blood pressure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/#Reducing_stress_levels\" title=\"Reducing stress levels\">Reducing stress levels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/#Clearing_congestion\" title=\"Clearing congestion\">Clearing congestion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/#It_improves_the_health_of_your_skin\" title=\"It improves the health of your skin\">It improves the health of your skin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/#Helps_in_recovery_after_a_workout\" title=\"Helps in recovery after a workout\">Helps in recovery after a workout<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/#It_can_help_with_joint_movement\" title=\"It can help with joint movement\">It can help with joint movement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/#Burning_calories\" title=\"Burning calories\">Burning calories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/sauna-vs-steam-room\/#Improves_the_immune_system\" title=\"Improves the immune system\">Improves the immune system<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Saunas and steam rooms have been <strong>around for centuries.<\/strong> It\u2019s a nice way to relax and it has <strong>tons of health benefits<\/strong> for you. Many people find themselves confused by the sauna vs steam room debate.<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s the<strong> difference<\/strong>?<\/p>\n<p>Which one is <strong>better<\/strong> for you?<\/p>\n<p>Read more to find out!<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6041\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Health-Benefits.jpg\" alt=\"Sauna Vs Steam Room_Health Benefits\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Health-Benefits.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Health-Benefits-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Health-Benefits-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Health-Benefits-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Health-Benefits-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Health-Benefits-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Health-Benefits-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Health-Benefits-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Health-Benefits-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Health-Benefits-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Sauna Health Benefits<\/h3>\n<p>People love going to saunas &#8211; it\u2019s an ancient tradition, after all. The primary reason to go to a sauna is to<strong> relax and enjoy<\/strong> a stress free environment. Saunas are available across the globe in spas and sometimes even at homes.<\/p>\n<p>But aside from relaxation, what are the<strong> main reasons<\/strong> to use saunas?<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Better_circulation\"><\/span>Better circulation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The minute you walk into a sauna, you will be able to feel that your blood circulation has improved. The heat will cause your <strong>heart to beat faster and your blood vessels will become wider<\/strong>, allowing blood to circulate more freely.<\/p>\n<p>By improving your circulation, you will also be improving some health issues like muscle soreness or joint movement and pain.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Helping_cardiovascular_diseases\"><\/span>Helping cardiovascular diseases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A research study was conducted on men in Finland with cardiovascular diseases and their use of sauna in relation to improvement of these diseases. <strong>Those who used sauna more often were less likely to die from any cardiovascular disease.<\/strong> Their illnesses improved too.<\/p>\n<p>This happened because sauna <strong>simulates the effect of having an exercise.<\/strong> As mentioned, the blood circulation is better, improving heart function. It\u2019s not a replacement for exercise but as a supplement it really helps.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weight_loss_aid\"><\/span>Weight loss aid<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are many ways to lose weight nowadays but sauna can help too. Because it <strong>simulates the exercise experience.<\/strong> Being in sauna for 20 minutes can help you lose 500 calories. This doesn\u2019t replace exercise and healthy diet but it does provide <strong>fantastic supplement<\/strong> to your efforts.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Detox\"><\/span>Detox<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most people don\u2019t sweat actively every day because of their sedentary jobs, use of vehicles and elevators for movement and so on. However, sauna provides a <strong>great place to sweat it out and flush those toxins<\/strong> straight out of your body. Detoxification fasts and similar things may be a fad but people really do, scientifically proven, <strong>expel toxins through sweat.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Releasing_stress\"><\/span>Releasing stress<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When you go to a sauna, you go primarily to relax. For one, you are choosing self-care and the moment you walk into a sauna your mind goes straight to that mode. All distractions are thrown out. You will also <strong>release endorphins<\/strong> which are the feel-good chemicals. You can also go with friends and further reap benefits of socializing as a therapy.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6042\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Room-Benefits.jpg\" alt=\"Sauna Vs Steam Room_Room Benefits\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Room-Benefits.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Room-Benefits-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Room-Benefits-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Room-Benefits-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Room-Benefits-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Room-Benefits-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Room-Benefits-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Room-Benefits-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Room-Benefits-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Room-Benefits-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Steam Room Benefits<\/h3>\n<p>Steam rooms are spaces with steam &#8211; that much you know. The temperature of the steam varies and you have probably seen them all over your gym and other places. The unique thing about steam rooms is that it<strong> bases most of its benefits not on heat, but on humidity.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_circulation\"><\/span>Improved circulation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A study concluded that sitting in a steam room can <strong>improve your cardiovascular health<\/strong> through moist heat. This is especially true in extremities and for healing the heart tissue.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lower_blood_pressure\"><\/span>Lower blood pressure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When in a steam room, your body will <strong>produce hormones that regulate blood pressure.<\/strong> This is one of the reasons why you will feel relaxed.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reducing_stress_levels\"><\/span>Reducing stress levels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Being in a steam room means that you will <strong>produce less cortisol<\/strong> which affects your stress levels. This is another reason you will feel more relaxed and in control.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clearing_congestion\"><\/span>Clearing congestion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Steam rooms will create an environment that<strong> encourages deep breathing<\/strong> which means that it has the power to clear congestion in your lungs and sinuses. The therapy with steam is a <strong>well-known<\/strong> way to treat colds, even at home. However, steam rooms are even better.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_improves_the_health_of_your_skin\"><\/span>It improves the health of your skin<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Being exposed to steam makes you sweat and sweating expels all of those harmful toxins from your skin. Steam <strong>opens up your pores<\/strong> and helps release dirt and dead skin cells clogging your skin.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Helps_in_recovery_after_a_workout\"><\/span>Helps in recovery after a workout<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The soreness in your muscles can go away or be relieved when you use heat therapy. It works <strong>better and faster than dry heat.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_can_help_with_joint_movement\"><\/span>It can help with joint movement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you use a steam room before a workout, it will help you have<strong> improved joint movement<\/strong> and thus prevent any injuries.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Burning_calories\"><\/span>Burning calories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Steam rooms <strong>increase the heart rate<\/strong> which means that you will lose calories while being in the steam room. This works especially well after a workout.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improves_the_immune_system\"><\/span>Improves the immune system<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Steam rooms are a form of hydrotherapy which is known to boost immunity.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6038\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Sauna-vs-Steam-Room.jpg\" alt=\"Sauna Vs Steam Room_Sauna vs Steam Room\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Sauna-vs-Steam-Room.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Sauna-vs-Steam-Room-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Sauna-vs-Steam-Room-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Sauna-vs-Steam-Room-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Sauna-vs-Steam-Room-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Sauna-vs-Steam-Room-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Sauna-vs-Steam-Room-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Sauna-vs-Steam-Room-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Sauna-vs-Steam-Room-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Sauna-vs-Steam-Room-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Is the Steam Room or Sauna Best for Weight Loss?<\/h3>\n<p>When trying to lose weight, you're often on the lookout for weight loss practices that <strong>work best for your body.<\/strong> No one loses the weight in the same way and this is precisely why this is so important.<\/p>\n<p>Steam and sauna rooms <strong>work in a similar way and offer similar benefits.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>However, which is <strong>the best one<\/strong> for weight loss?<\/p>\n<p>Well, both saunas and steam rooms will <strong>increase your heart rate<\/strong> through heat and help you lose calories. Neither should be used as a sole tool in weight loss, but rather as supplements. For instance, <strong>after a workout<\/strong> to prolong the calorie loss or as a relaxation technique after workouts.<\/p>\n<p>Now, an important thing to know about is water weight. This is the weight that makes your scale fluctuate every day for about 2 or 4 pounds. <strong>Most quick weight loss tips and scams target this weight.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>However, if you really want to lose weight, you need more wholesome life changes and methods.<\/p>\n<p>But to lose water weight, you only need to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Drink more water\u00a0<\/strong>(may sound\u00a0counterintuitive, but it helps your body stop retaining excess water)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sweat more<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Eat less sodium<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Do this for a day or two and your scale will go down by at least 2 pounds. Note the sweating &#8211; this is what saunas and steam rooms both make you do.<\/p>\n<p>The weight will come right back as soon as you drink more water.<\/p>\n<p>Now, a <strong>sauna can help you burn calories quickly.<\/strong> The heat may also penetrate to the fat cells and improve blood flow that reaches them which will reduce the appearance of these fat cells.<\/p>\n<p>Both sauna and steam rooms <strong>help you relax<\/strong> which is an important piece of the puzzle for any stress-eater. This means that <strong>your sleep will improve<\/strong>, helping you lose even more weight.<\/p>\n<p>Steam rooms <strong>give you a boost for your workout<\/strong> by improving joint movement and after a workout by <strong>healing sore muscles.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>So, both steam rooms and saunas can really help you in your weight loss journey. However, keep in mind that these methods are merely supplemental and in no way recommended to be used as stand-alone tools for weight loss.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6043\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Safe-Time-Limits.jpg\" alt=\"Sauna Vs Steam Room_Safe Time Limits\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Safe-Time-Limits.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Safe-Time-Limits-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Safe-Time-Limits-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Safe-Time-Limits-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Safe-Time-Limits-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Safe-Time-Limits-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Safe-Time-Limits-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Safe-Time-Limits-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Safe-Time-Limits-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Safe-Time-Limits-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Safe Time Limits for Sauna Vs Steam Room<\/h3>\n<p>Hearing about the amazing calorie loss, some people would sit in a steam room or a sauna all day. However, <strong>this is not recommended<\/strong>, no matter how much you think you can handle it.<\/p>\n<p>Generally, <strong>you shouldn\u2019t stay in a sauna more than for 12 to 20 minutes.<\/strong> Your body will need to <strong>cool down for at least 20 minutes<\/strong> before going in again. <strong>And even that is not recommended.<\/strong> Otherwise, you could get a heat stroke or faint.<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind that the heat will be much stronger on higher benches and that you should<strong> sit on lower benches if you want less heat.<\/strong> Move gradually, as you learn to handle it. <strong>Leave the sauna after the 20 minutes are up<\/strong> and spend some time taking in the fresh air, showering and hydrating.<\/p>\n<p>If you feel that the sauna is too much for you sooner than those 12 or 20 minutes are up, <strong>listen to your body<\/strong> and leave. You might feel:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tired or fatigued<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Nauseous<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Dizzy<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Simply uncomfortable\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These are all signals that you should leave.<\/p>\n<p>Generally, the <strong>same rules apply<\/strong> to steam rooms as well. However, you might be able to stay in a steam room for a bit longer because of the humidity, which is lacking in the sauna. Your body will also take steam rooms more easily than the sauna.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6039\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Title.jpg\" alt=\"Sauna Vs Steam Room_Title\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Title.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Title-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Title-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Title-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Title-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Title-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Title-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Title-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Title-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Sauna-Vs-Steam-Room_Title-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Sauna vs Steam Room \u2013 What You Should Do Before and After<\/h3>\n<p>The main difference between steam rooms and saunas is that <strong>saunas don\u2019t have any humidity<\/strong> while steam rooms do. While a sauna would be at 160 degrees Fahrenheit or higher with 5 to 30% humidity, a <strong>steam room operates at lower temperatures<\/strong> but 100% humidity.<\/p>\n<p>This means that you should aim to<strong> start with a sauna and then move to the steam room<\/strong> which is a bit more relaxing.<\/p>\n<p>They provide the same benefits, essentially. The heat is there as a<strong> main role<\/strong> in providing all of the health benefits.<\/p>\n<p>Try both of these to<strong> see which one<\/strong> suits you the best. You might like one more than the other and then end up going there more or going solely to one of these places. Some people enjoy the <strong>drying effect<\/strong> of sauna after they\u2019ve been in a steam room. Others prefer to go to sauna first and then sweat in the steam room. Some of us only like do one or the other. In the end, it\u2019s all <strong>up to your personal preference.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Do you prefer to sweat it out in the steam room or the dry heat of the sauna? Feel free to share your thoughts down below!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/steam-room-benefits#takeaway\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/steam-room-benefits#takeaway<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healwithheat.com\/5-health-benefits-of-sitting-in-a-sauna\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.healwithheat.com\/5-health-benefits-of-sitting-in-a-sauna\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/infraredsauna.com\/blog\/sauna-vs-steam-room-weight-loss\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/infraredsauna.com\/blog\/sauna-vs-steam-room-weight-loss\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Saunas and steam rooms have been around for centuries. It\u2019s a nice way to relax and it has tons of health benefits for you. Many people find themselves confused by the sauna vs steam room debate. What\u2019s the difference? Which one is better for you? Read more to find out! 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