http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Catharine+Cannon Recreation Catharine Cannon Thu, 04 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=114879&ca=Recreation What is infrared heat therapy, also known as radiant heat therapy? Radiant heat is a term that simply means a form of energy that heats an object directly, without having to warm the air around it. An example of radiant energy is sunlight, which warms the skin even on a cool day. One can sit comf... Recreation Catharine Cannon Thu, 04 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=114880&ca=Recreation As anyone who has used a sauna has experienced, the time spent in the hot, steamy sauna results in a rise in the bather’s internal body temperature. While many benefits of sweating are well recognized, the health benefits of this rise in body temperature, known as artificially induced hyperthermia,... Recreation Catharine Cannon Thu, 04 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=114881&ca=Recreation One of the most popular accessories for steam saunas is an essential oil scent bowl. Suspended over the sauna’s heating unit, these scent bowls usually have a tiny hole in the bottom so the essential oil and water mixture can slowly drip down and release the scent into the warm, steamy air. Not on... Recreation Catharine Cannon Thu, 04 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=114882&ca=Recreation The benefits of regular sauna bathing have been known for literally thousands of years. By stimulating the immune system, helping to flush toxins and waste products from the body, and increasing body temperature and cardiovascular function, sauna bathing is a pleasant full-body treatment that is go... Recreation Catharine Cannon Thu, 04 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=114884&ca=Recreation Fibromyalgia is a painful, debilitating condition that affects millions of people around the world. Its cause unknown, it can also be difficult to treat effectively. Common symptoms of fibromyalgia are extreme fatigue, depression, and diffuse, full-body muscle or joint pain which can become slight... Home Management Catharine Cannon Thu, 04 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=114885&ca=Home+Management Have you been thinking of installing a sauna room in your home? Well, congratulations! You are taking one of the very first steps in learning to pamper yourself, and chances are you will find that installing a sauna room is a rather worthy investment in and of itself. Especially if you are one of th... Wellness, Fitness and Diet Catharine Cannon Thu, 04 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=114886&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet The weight loss industry is huge. It seems almost everyone is looking for a great way to lose weight. They want something that is easy and enjoyable. One idea is using a sauna to lose weight. While a sauna alone can not help a person lose weight it can be a great tool to use in an overall weight los... Home Management Catharine Cannon Tue, 26 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=111704&ca=Home+Management Sauna accessories can really make for an exceptional sauna experience. Some accessories help in the function of the sauna, while others enhance the experience. There are many accessories from which to choose. The following list explains some of the more common accessories available. 1. Buckets. Saun... Wellness, Fitness and Diet Catharine Cannon Sun, 24 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=111722&ca=Wellness%2C+Fitness+and+Diet The sauna, while wildly popular in Scandinavia, is seen as little more than a side show found at the occasional gym and spa in other parts of the world. While not many Americans relish the thought of spending an extended length of time in temperatures more commonly reserved for preparing meals, the... Recreation Catharine Cannon Sun, 24 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=111723&ca=Recreation Sauna kits come with almost everything a person needs to build their own sauna at home. These kits make it simple to build a personal sauna. They allow anyone to enjoy the benefits of a sauna whenever they feel like it without having to go to a spa or gym. What could be better than that? Sauna kits...