Category: Immune System

An infrared sauna is an ideal choice for overall relaxation–an escape for body, mind, and soul. But a home sauna is good for treating more than aches or pains. Think of it as a preventative health maintenance tool. Just like eating healthier food and exercising can help ward off disease, regular infrared sessions will help […]

Bloating, acid reflux, cramps, GERD–these are all signs that something is off with our digestive tract. In fact, 60% or more of Americans suffer from digestive disorders or disease. Clearly our guts have gone nuts! Fortunately, we have access to healthier food than ever, plus probiotics, prebiotics, and other supplements. Medical development has improved for […]

As summer temperatures climb and the allure of water beckons, it’s time to relish the outdoors, basking in the beauty of beaches, lakes, rivers, and pools. While many sauna enthusiasts might abandon their infrared sessions for cooler activities during this season, think again! A good way to embrace summer heat is—using infrared! Better Heat Tolerance […]

Infrared saunas have been around for nearly 60 years, first introduced in Japan in 1965. Not long after, Health Mate began selling them in the U.S. Since then, saunas have been part of well-being practices for decades. Some benefits we only recently uncovered. Yet still more have yet to be discovered! One of the first […]

Have you ever owned a treadmill or exercise bike only to have it turn into a clothes rack months later? For fitness equipment to be effective, it takes personal commitment, motivation, and energy. Owning personal exercise equipment adds extra convenience when the goal is to prevent illness and build strength or endurance. But what if […]

You’ve probably heard people say, I wish my metabolism were better! We don’t really think about our metabolism much until we notice our pants getting tighter or our bathing suits looking less flattering. But what role does metabolism play in our body’s function? We do know that a sluggish metabolism may affect weight gain. So, […]

As we wind down the year, we all hoped we’d put the pandemic behind us. However, it seems that Covid and its variants still linger. We’re also facing the flu season. Should we second-guess our normal fend-off tactics or don our masks again? Wearing a mask may not be a bad idea if you’re feeling […]

We often lead hectic lives, and what’s a more hectic time than the holidays? You’re not only balancing work, family, and your own self-needs, but throw in some extra shopping, cooking and travel planning and—stress alert! Maybe now is the time to be a bit selfish. Think about enhancing both your mental and physical health. […]