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Would you believe it? Sauna lowers the risk for middle-aged men. Those men in Finland who take a sauna more than four times a week are two thirds less likely to develop the disease.
The researchers followed 2,315 men, aged 42-60 years old, for twenty years. It’s part of the Kuopio Ischaemic Heart Disease Study. They were 66 percent less likely to be diagnosed with dementia.
Dementia NEWS: Regular SAUNA Could Reduce Alzheimer’s Disease Risk
Men who reported taking a sauna four to seven times per week were 66 per cent less likely to receive a diagnosis of dementia than those who only sauna once a week.
There are a lot of factors involved in the condition. The researchers took note of the differences in terms of age. Not only that but they also included existing risk factors like alcohol use and smoking. Blood pressure, blood cholesterol and health conditions were also factored in.
Dr Clare Walton is the research manager at Alzheimer’s Society. She said that it is important to find ways how to reduce the risk of developing this condition. It is the top priority as the disease is already the biggest killer in England and Wales.
Regular Saunas Could Reduce The Risk Of Dementia, New Study Finds
Differences in age, blood pressure, alcohol use, smoking, blood cholesterol and other health conditions between the groups were accounted for in the analysis Read more…
Saunas are thought to make blood circulation better. It also reduces your blood pressure. These two benefits could go a long way in decreasing your risk of developing the condition.
The study leader, Professor Jari Laukkaben, explains that sauna bathing has the capacity to protect your heart and your memory. Cardiovascular health affects the brain so the sense of relaxation and wellness might play a role.
Visit Sauna Regularly To Stave Off Dementia, 20 Year Study Suggests
It is the first time that anyone has found a link between sauna use and dementia although previous studies have shown that regular use reduces the risk of dying from all causes and seems to improve heart health. Read more…
It is good to know that there are still ways that we can improve our health. The result of this study is something that we need to focus on because it shows how lifestyle affects our entire well-being.
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