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Steam Benefits
The benefits of using a steam bath share much in common with the benefits of
sauna bathing, that is, the gentle heat and penetrating humidity relax your
body, easing muscles and soothing away the cares of the day. At the same time
the steam cleans every pore, eliminating toxins leaving your skin baby-soft and smooth.
Steam
inhalation is well known to be beneficial
for the
respiratory system, opening up the airways
can bring
relieve to asthma and allergy sufferers.
Congestion of the
upper respiratory system is
frequently
relieved following a steam bath.
Steam baths are typically enjoyed with an air temperature around 45~50oC
but 70% humidity as opposed to traditional saunas which operate around 85oC
but extremely low humidity, typically <10%.
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