Backed by Science, Focused on Women’s Health & Wellness

At Main Street Pool & Spa, we proudly feature Leisurecraft Saunas, trusted by wellness experts and backed by real science. Saunas are more than just a relaxing experience — they’re a proven way to support women’s health, beauty, and vitality.

Here are 7 science-backed benefits of sauna use, especially for women:

1. Hormonal Balance & Menstrual Relief

Gentle heat helps regulate cortisol levels, easing tension and discomfort:
• Relieves menstrual cramps through muscle relaxation
• Reduces PMS symptoms by triggering endorphin release

📖 Psychosomatic Medicine shows sauna use lowers cortisol. Heat therapy relieves menstrual pain (PubMed: 30629156)

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2. Clearer Skin & Natural Glow

Sweating deeply cleanses your skin from within:
• Clears breakouts and congestion
• Boosts circulation, stimulating collagen
• Results in a radiant “post-sauna glow”

📖 Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology links sauna use to improved skin tone and clarity.

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3. Stress Reduction & Mental Clarity

The sauna is a sanctuary for your mind:
• Increases serotonin and dopamine
• Helps improve focus and sleep quality

📖 Finnish study (JAMA Psychiatry, 2016) connects sauna use to lower depression risk.

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4. Joint & Muscle Relief

Great for post-workout recovery or chronic conditions:
• Eases stiffness and inflammation
• Helps with arthritis and fibromyalgia

📖 Clinical Rheumatology found symptom relief for women with fibromyalgia.

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5. Heart Health & Calorie Burn

Your sauna session acts like light cardio:
• Increases heart rate and circulation
• Burns up to 300 calories in just 30 minutes
• Lowers blood pressure

📖 Dr. Laukkanen (2015) found a reduced risk of heart disease among regular sauna users.

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6. Deeper Sleep & Hormonal Reset

The cooldown after a sauna helps reset your sleep cycle:
• Supports REM sleep
• Especially helpful for women in perimenopause

📖 University of Jyväskylä found sauna use led to deeper sleep in women 40+.

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7. Menopause & Aging Support

Ease the transition and support healthy aging:
• Reduces hot flashes and mood swings
• Improves bone density and circulation

📖 Endocrine Journal (2018) reported decreased stress hormones in menopausal women who use saunas regularly.

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Article adapted from Leisurecraft Saunas