You've probably felt that rush of well-being after a visit to the sauna, too: a lighter body, calmer thoughts, reduced stress levels and deeper sleep. Over the past decades, there has been a lot of scientific research that supports the benefits of sauna for the body - not only does a visit to the sauna have a one-off health benefit (which is only felt when you leave the sauna), but it also has a significant impact on our wellbeing in the long term.

“In Palanga Visit Apartments, we have created a private SPA area with a sauna not only for comfort or entertainment - we believe that true relaxation is when the body is fully taken care of. And today, science confirms it.

While any sauna in Palanga will give you a certain sense of relaxation, the full benefits for your body come from two important aspects: the tranquillity of the environment and hygiene. Think these are less important details? They affect how deeply the body will relax.

For a sauna to work as a stress-reduction tool, the brain needs to reach a complete state of safety. In a public sauna, the bustle of strangers talking or doors slamming is a distraction.In a private space, free from the bustle of bystanders, the body is more likely to go into parasympathetic mode, which is when deep recovery happens.

It goes hand in hand with getting healthy. In public places, water is disinfected with chlorine, which can irritate the skin or respiratory tract. The solution that is considered to be the highest standard is to change the water regularly without chemical additives. This allows you to enjoy cleanliness and naturalness, which is essential for wellness.

Your heart starts beating faster in the sauna - just like a light walk. Your blood vessels dilate and blood circulates more freely. Regular sauna sessions give your heart and blood vessels a „workout” - improving the elasticity of your blood vessels and lowering your blood pressure. So a visit to the sauna is like a gentle, not too intense workout.

The heat of the sauna causes blood vessels to dilate. This acts as a natural blood pressure regulator. Research confirmed that passive body heating increases the production of nitric oxide, a molecule that naturally dilates blood vessels and lowers blood pressure. Simply put: sauna helps the blood to flow more freely and the heart to work easier.

When the body heats up, it triggers a kind of defence mechanism - it produces special proteins that help cells regenerate. These proteins essentially improve the heart's ability to withstand stress and prevent cell ageing. It's like a kind of body repair procedure that happens every time you visit a sauna.

It's not just relaxation that makes people feel calmer after a sauna. The heat stimulates the release of brain chemicals responsible for a better mood and less stress. Research shows that regular sauna use can reduce systemic inflammation in the body - one of the main causes of chronic stress and fatigue. The result is that it is easier to fall asleep at night and get up in the morning.

This is one of the most frequently mentioned changes among people who regularly visit the sauna. After a sauna, the body temperature gradually drops - and it is this drop that signals to the brain that it is time to sleep. Sleep after a sauna is deeper and more restorative than usual.

There has been a lot of research on this issue over the last 20 years, most of it by the Finns. They have looked at thousands of people - their health, their habits, their age, how often they go to the sauna and their long-term health. The results are interesting and surprising - decades of research have shown that the benefits of bathing are not “one-off”.

Long-term studies have shown that people who sauna more often were statistically less likely to suffer from heart disease and lived longer - even if they had harmful habits or other factors affecting their health (such as being overweight, smoking or less active). Taylor & Francis Online.

Studies have also shown a clear rule: the more often you go to the sauna, the greater the health benefits. Why? Because the body learns. Every sauna session is like a workout - the heart, blood vessels and cellular renewal mechanisms respond better, faster and more efficiently with each session. Just as a regular walk brings more benefits than a single stroll - so too does a regular visit to the sauna bring more benefits.

Research shows, that the greatest health benefits are achieved by taking a sauna 4 times a week for at least 20 minutes at 80 °C. Of course, even less frequent visits have health benefits: better blood circulation and sleep quality, boosted immunity, reduced stress, better skin condition.

• How much time is recommended in a sauna? According to research, a 20-minute session is an effective time. If you want to spend longer in the sauna, we recommend that you go for several 15-minute sessions (with a break). During the break, drink some water and let your body cool down.
• Is a sauna suitable for children? Children can go to the sauna, but they should spend less time in it (5-10 minutes). Also keep an eye on their well-being - for overheating, irritability or other negative symptoms.
• Can I use the sauna every day during my holiday? Going to the sauna every day is a great habit. The most important thing is to remember to drink plenty of water and monitor your well-being.

„We have created a private SPA area in Palanga Visit Apartments - so that you can relax in the sauna without the hustle and bustle of the outside world, take some time for yourself, and be undisturbed  take time for this wellness ritual. No queues, no rush and complete privacy - sauna in Palanga and time reserved just for you.