repeated heat exposure raises HDL ('good') cholesterol after a course of sessions
HDL cholesterol concentration increased significantly after the seventh (final) sauna bath in the 30-minute group, indicating improved cardiovascular lipid profile with repeated heat exposure.
What this means for you
HDL cholesterol is the kind your body uses to clear excess fat from your arteries — higher levels are consistently linked to better heart health and lower cardiovascular risk. Seeing it rise after a series of heat sessions suggests your lipid profile may be quietly improving in the background, even when you're just relaxing.
The published research
International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health 2010;23(2):167 – 174
· 2010
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