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      • "The high temperatures in a warm tub or sauna cause your blood vessels to dilate, which lowers blood pressure," says Dr. Adolph Hutter, professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School. The volume of blood your heart pumps will also rise, especially in a hot tub.
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  2. Mar 21, 2023 · A 2021 study found that steam baths can potentially improve heart function by reducing blood pressure in healthy people. They noted reductions in heart rate and both systolic and...

  3. It has been postulated that regular sauna bathing may improve cardiovascular function via improved endothelium-dependent dilatation, reduced arterial stiffness, modulation of the autonomic nervous system, beneficial changes in circulating lipid profiles, and lowering of systemic blood pressure.

    • Jari A. Laukkanen, Jari A. Laukkanen, Tanjaniina Laukkanen, Setor K. Kunutsor
    • 2018
  4. Oct 1, 2020 · Several studies link frequent sauna use (four to seven times a week) to lower blood pressure and a decreased risk of cardiovascular disease, including sudden cardiac death and stroke. According to the authors, these benefits may stem from better blood vessel function, improved cholesterol levels, and less inflammation observed in frequent sauna ...

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  5. Oct 25, 2021 · Lowers blood pressure. The heat in a steam room can dilate, or enlarge, your blood vessels. This helps move blood from your core to your skin, which can lower your blood...

  6. Dec 7, 2023 · Steam room therapy can also help reduce blood pressure, keep the heart healthier, and help repair broken skin tissue caused by wounds, such as ulcers. Learn how to improve circulation here. Skin...

  7. May 14, 2024 · Health Benefits. Improves Circulation. Sitting in a steam bath causes the blood vessels to dilate, resulting in more blood flowing through them. This can help improve the circulation and oxygenation of cells, promoting overall cardiovascular health.

  8. Jan 26, 2024 · Steam rooms can benefit your health: Early research shows that spending time in a steam room can reduce blood pressure, relieve muscle aches, decrease stress, brighten and hydrate skin, and release congestion. But they likely don't have the same effect as saunas: It's easier to stay in dry heat environments like saunas for longer periods of time.

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