Episode #288: Connie Zack: Infrared Insights: From Heavy Metal Detox to Cardiovascular Health

Is your body’s detoxification system craving the heat of an infrared sauna?   I am joined by Connie Zack the co-founder of Sunlighten to discuss the incredible longevity, detoxification, cardiovascular health, and immune system benefits of infrared saunas. We explore the difference between traditional sauna and how IR Saunas are truly light and energy therapy coupled with heat, generating deep benefits in the areas of detoxification, recovery and much more. You will learn about the different wavelengths of infrared and the benefits that each delivers, and surprising information about how hot you really need to get (spoiler alert, not nearly as hot as you think) to get the benefits of infamous heat shock proteins - powerful antiaging compounds that are produced by the body in response to extremes in temperature.   Connie Zack, an entrepreneur, wellness enthusiast, wife, and mother, Connie regularly speaks at events around the world and served on the P&G Women’s Board to cultivate a practice of mentoring young women and supporting their professional development. She continues to guide and encourage female entrepreneurs. In 2002, after seeing how spending time in an infrared sauna supported her brother's healing from traumatic health issues, Connie and her husband, Aaron, left thriving corporate careers and made a commitment to research-backed innovation that enabled them to revolutionize the infrared sauna industry. Sunlighten now has operations in 13 countries, including the award-winning day spa at the company headquarters in Kansas City. Sunlighten saunas are recommended by the world’s top health experts and elite athletes.  Save up to $600 off on your Sunlighten purchase visit www.sunlighten.com/NatLongevity and use code NatLongevity.   Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible: Siphox: Visit SiPhoxhealth.com/nat and save on your test.  Berkeley Life: Head to Berkeleylife.com/Nat to browse their products and purchase your bundle at a discount. BEAM Minerals: Go to https://www.beamminerals.com and use code NAT20 to get 20% off your order                                                         Find more from Connie Zack:  Website: sunlighten.com   Find more from Nathalie: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ  Join Nat’s Membership Community: https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community  Sign up for Nats Newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/i7d5m0  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/  Website: www.NatNiddam.com    Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance  What We Discuss: 01:12 Connie's Journey into Infrared Saunas 04:49 Understanding Infrared vs. Traditional Saunas 07:49 The Science Behind Infrared Light 09:52 Detoxification and Heavy Metals 25:32 Cardiovascular Benefits of Infrared Saunas 31:51 Energy Medicine and Easy Water 40:12 Exploring the Benefits of Heat Shock Proteins 41:44 Practical Applications of Infrared Saunas 43:14 Understanding UV Rays and Infrared Light 45:31 Infrared Sauna and Immune System Benefits 47:44 The Importance of Mitochondria in Health 56:26 Addressing EMFs and Material Safety in Saunas 01:03:43 Optimal Use of Infrared Saunas   Take Aways: Infrared Therapy ability to detoxify the body, enhance cardiovascular health, and improve overall How their unique light energy can impact the body at various levels, including cellular and mitochondrial health. More efficient than traditional and potentially offering therapeutic benefits without the need for extremely high temperatures.