Sauna Detox: Sweat Out Toxins Like Mold

Saunas aren’t just relaxing—they help your body remove toxins, including from mold. Here’s a simple guide on how it works and tips to do it right.

Why Heat Boosts Detox

•  Heavy sweating: Heat makes you sweat out water, salts, and toxins like mold’s mycotoxins.

•  Better blood flow: Heat opens blood vessels, moving toxins to your liver and kidneys for cleanup.

•  Lymph help: Warmth gets lymph fluid moving, clearing waste from tissues.

What Comes Out in Sweat

•  Heavy metals (lead, mercury, arsenic)

•  Plastics like BPA and phthalates

•  Pollutants (PCBs, pesticides)

•  Body waste (urea, lactic acid)

•  Mold toxins (ochratoxin, aflatoxin, trichothecenes)

What Science Shows

•  A 2012 study found sauna users had less heavy metals in blood; new research shows lower mold toxins after sessions.

•  Infrared saunas clear fat-stuck toxins, like mold leftovers.

•  30-45 minutes at 140-158°F can reduce mold toxins in days.

Extra Benefits

•  Clearer skin from cleaned pores

•  Relaxed muscles, less stiffness

•  Stress relief from endorphins

•  Heart health boost, like light exercise

Tips for Best Mold Detox

1.  Drink lots—8-12 oz water every 15 minutes to flush toxins.

2.  Start slow: 10-15 minutes, build to 30-45.

3.  Cool off between heats with a shower or fresh air.

4.  Do 3-5 sessions a week.

5.  Eat foods with sulfur (garlic, onions) and glutathione (spinach, avocado) for liver/kidney support.

Stay Safe

•  Talk to a doctor if you’ve had bad mold exposure.

•  Stop if dizzy or nauseous.

•  Skip alcohol or big meals before.

Ready to sweat out mold? Make saunas a habit to reduce stress and toxins. Want tips on mixing infrared and traditional saunas?