What are Negative Ions?
A negative ion is an oxygen molecule with an extra electron that gives it a negative charge. Negative Ions are quite abundant in nature and produced by waterfalls, plants, ocean waves and sunlight. Negative ions help to purify the air by binding with dust and pollution and causing the particles to fall to the ground.
Effects of Negative Ions in a Sauna
People who are exposed to negative ions inside their sauna report significantly higher surface temperatures of the forehead, hands and legs. The pulse rates and sweat produced in saunas with negative ions were significantly higher than those people in a sauna who were not exposed to negative ions. The health study results suggest that exposure to negative ions may amplify the effects on humans in the sauna.
In addition to the study above, research has shown that negative ions can:
- Destroy and remove airborne bacteria and viruses including histamines in the air which cause hay fever.
- Increase levels of serotonin, a neuro hormone associated with anxiety, stress and migraine, helping to relieve these symptoms.
- Have a beneficial effect on anyone suffering from bronchial complaints such as bronchitis, asthma, catarrh and the common cold.
- Increase the speed and quality of healing burns and surgical incisions with less cross infection and reduced pain.
- Enhance the body's absorption and utilization of oxygen, thus assisting concentration and alertness.
- Reduce the effects of passive smoking, and allergies to pollen, dust and pets.
All Clearlight Saunas are available with an optional negative ion
air purifier. This feature insures that the interior of your sauna
will remain fresh and clean. The air purifier can be operated at all
times to ensure that your sauna is clean and ready for use. |
