Want to Live Longer? Science Says You Should Hit the Sauna More Often

Ever wondered if something as relaxing as a sauna session could actually help you live longer? Turns out, it can!

A recent study (Laukkanen T, et.al., 2018) found that regular sauna bathing significantly lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality—meaning fewer fatal heart-related events. And guess what? The more you use the sauna, the better your heart health.

Here’s What the Science Says

Researchers followed 1,688 middle-aged and older adults (51.4% women) for 15 years.
They found that:

✅ More sauna sessions per week = lower risk of dying from heart disease.

• People who used the sauna 2–3 times a week had a 29% lower risk of heart-related death.

• Those who used it 4–7 times a week had an amazing 77% lower risk!

✅ The longer your sauna sessions, the better.

• More minutes spent in the sauna per week was linked to even lower heart disease risk.

✅ Sauna use helps predict your heart health.

• When sauna habits were added to standard heart disease risk models, the predictions became more accurate.

Why Does Sauna Bathing Work?

Sauna use helps in multiple ways:

🔥 Improves circulation – Heat exposure boosts blood flow like a mild cardio workout.
🔥 Reduces stress – Lower stress = lower heart disease risk.
🔥 Lowers blood pressure – Heat relaxes blood vessels, reducing strain on your heart.
🔥 Boosts overall health – Regular sauna use is linked to lower inflammation and better heart function.

Add Even More Support for Your Heart

In addition to sauna bathing, supporting your cardiovascular system with key nutrients is a smart strategy.

Our CoQ10 Extra supplement provides 200 mg of Coenzyme Q10 per capsule—one of the most important compounds for mitochondrial energy production and antioxidant protection.

Why CoQ10?

CoQ10 is essential for energy metabolism and protecting your heart from oxidative stress. Levels naturally decrease with age, but supplementation can help maintain optimal function.

Studies have shown CoQ10:

• Improves heart muscle function and blood vessel health
• Helps reduce oxidative damage to LDL cholesterol
• May reverse statin-induced CoQ10 depletion
• Supports overall cardiovascular wellness

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The Bottom Line

If you want to keep your heart strong and live longer, start making sauna sessions a habit. Aim for at least 2–3 times a week, or more if possible.

Sauna bathing isn’t just for relaxation—it’s a powerful tool for heart health and longevity. Ready to turn up the heat?

✅ 20 minutes at 174 degrees Fahrenheit or more, 4–7 times a week, is recommended.

Reference

Laukkanen T, Kunutsor SK, Khan H, Willeit P, Zaccardi F, Laukkanen JA. Sauna bathing is associated with reduced cardiovascular mortality and improves risk prediction in men and women: a prospective cohort study. BMC Med. 2018 Nov 29;16(1):219.