heat exposure triggers 86% rise in norepinephrine and 510% rise in prolactin in women
Women who spent 20-minute sessions in a dry sauna twice a week experienced an 86% increase in norepinephrine and a 510% increase in prolactin after each session.
What this means for you
Norepinephrine sharpens focus and lifts mood, while prolactin plays a key role in recovery and stress adaptation. A sharp rise in both after a heat session suggests your body is actively recalibrating — which many people notice as improved mental clarity, a calmer nervous system, and a stronger sense of wellbeing.
The published research
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