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March 2018 PMID 29209938

Sauna bathing and systemic inflammation.

Jari A Laukkanen, Tanjaniina Laukkanen

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52
Peak: 6 in Jan 2019
across 5 sources since Jan 2019

Extended reach

310,711
potential audience

Total likes

6,712

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223,479

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Jan 2019 – Sep 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter19 posts
  • Facebook12 posts
  • News11 articles
  • YouTube6 videos
  • Blogs4 articles

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What people are saying

This collection of discussions indicates a generally supportive view of the research linking sauna bathing with lower inflammation, with mentions of studies and biological markers like CRP. Words like 'beneficial,' 'reduction in inflammation,' and 'cardioprotective' reflect a positive tone, while some comments about not reading the detailed methods show a casual but interested attitude. Overall, the discussions emphasize potential health advantages, suggesting moderate acknowledgment of the article's importance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that sauna bathing has beneficial effects related to reducing inflammation, with several posts citing scientific studies and emphasizing potential health benefits.

InterestModerate interest

Posts demonstrate moderate interest by referencing specific research, scientific mechanisms, and health outcomes, though some dismissive comments suggest limited curiosity by others.

EngagementModerate engagement

There is a level of engagement shown through sharing links, discussing mechanisms, and commenting on health implications, but the tone remains somewhat superficial across discussions.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight the possible significant health benefits of sauna use, particularly in reducing systemic inflammation and cardiovascular risks, indicating a perceived moderate impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study examined 2084 men aged 42-60 to see if more frequent sauna bathing is linked to lower levels of C-reactive protein, a marker of systemic inflammation.
  • Participants who took saunas more often (up to 4-7 times per week) tended to have lower serum C-reactive protein levels, even after adjusting for factors like age, BMI, smoking, and health conditions.
  • The results suggest that regular sauna bathing might be associated with reduced systemic inflammation, but more research is needed to confirm this relationship.]
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Oli Gibson
@iamolivergibson · X

Sauna bathing and systemic inflammation. https://t.co/p0OmOKOvyk

Jan 22, 2019 · 12 likes · 4 shares · 1,507 followers View post →
UNFUCKED FIREFIGHTER
@unfuckedfire · X

9. Sauna use reduces blood levels of C-reactive protein. Elevated CRP is associated with the development of atherosclerosis, loss of arterial compliance, and incidence of cardiovascular events. https://t.co/4diUc3bsEm

Oct 6, 2022 · 7 likes · 7,417 followers View post →
Tratatataya
@Tratatataya · X

Регулярне відвідування сауни знижує рівень СРБ (hsCRP) – показник системного запалення в організмі. Люди з підвищеним рівнем СРБ (тобто багато хто з нас) страждають від депресії та на 45% частіше страждають від серцевого нападу. https://t.co/dKg5lRd2Iw

Apr 30, 2025 · 4 likes · 1,656 followers View post →
佐藤洋平【脳科学のオフィス ワンダリングマインド代表】
@kyoushuujomae · X

免疫反応が過剰なのか、しょっちゅう風邪症状（だるさ、咳、鼻水）が出る。最近、週に２回ほどサウナに定期的に通うようになって、この過剰な免疫反応が出にくい。論文をめくってみるとサウナに入る頻度が高いほど炎症反応が抑制されるとあり、やっぱりかと納得。https://t.co/6kIad3edwn

Dec 1, 2022 · 2 likes · 10,200 followers View post →
いしだ（海釣り血抜き）
@hachirokomuten · X

@KatsuyaUenoyama ぽいのは見つけました。フィンランドの文献　2017年です。有料なので、私は読み込んでいませんが。https://t.co/T6MnzJ89f2

Jan 7, 2023 · 2 likes · 186 followers View post →
ᴀʀᴇᴀ51ɢᴀʟʟᴇʀʏ
@rockethulsey · X

The BIGGEST Causes of Fast-Aging Skin (How to Reverse Aging) https://t.co/DQADsyz0xq via @YouTube

Apr 5, 2025 · 1 like · 32,145 followers View post →

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Wilfried DL2LK
@wahlborn · X

Das passiert, wenn Du in die SAUNA gehst - Finnisch vs. Infrarot https://t.co/g8dr2ZZQY0 via @YouTube

Sep 4, 2025 · 3,736 followers View post →
山下安音
@SelfRetreat12 · X

肌の若返り クコの実、ビタミンC、ウコン https://t.co/RQwcWrsWBT

Aug 9, 2025 · 201 followers View post →
MinimalistCapitalist
@MinCapitalist · X

@sagacitysweets @joeroganhq It isn’t about the immediate response, it happens over time. Exercise also causes inflammation, but over time people that exercise have much lower inflammation. Guaranteed you won’t actually read these, but here you go. https://t.co/01Df4DFR3i https://t.co/xNq2B03Wz3

Jul 31, 2025 · 1 like · 52 followers View post →
Tratatataya
@Tratatataya · X

Регулярне відвідування сауни знижує рівень СРБ (hsCRP) – показник системного запалення в організмі. Люди з підвищеним рівнем СРБ (тобто багато хто з нас) страждають від депресії та на 45% частіше страждають від серцевого нападу. https://t.co/dKg5lRd2Iw

Apr 30, 2025 · 4 likes · 1,656 followers View post →
ᴀʀᴇᴀ51ɢᴀʟʟᴇʀʏ
@rockethulsey · X

The BIGGEST Causes of Fast-Aging Skin (How to Reverse Aging) https://t.co/DQADsyz0xq via @YouTube

Apr 5, 2025 · 1 like · 32,145 followers View post →
Adamskostüm
@adamskostuem · X

https://t.co/dGqhloRqsY

Jan 8, 2025 · 11 followers View post →
Ᏼꭱꮎꮓꭼꮶ
@jonathanbrozek · X

This study that explored the relationship between how often people use saunas and the amount of C-reactive protein (CRP) in their blood. CRP is a marker that indicates inflammation in the body. https://t.co/HZqmHN0s9Q

Mar 14, 2024 · 1 like · 1,081 followers View post →
tune
@keisuke4713 · X

サウナ入浴と全身炎症 https://t.co/5kUyrtj5py 42～ 60歳2084人

Feb 23, 2023 · 1 share · 3,743 followers View post →
いしだ（海釣り血抜き）
@hachirokomuten · X

@KatsuyaUenoyama ぽいのは見つけました。フィンランドの文献　2017年です。有料なので、私は読み込んでいませんが。https://t.co/T6MnzJ89f2

Jan 7, 2023 · 2 likes · 186 followers View post →
佐藤洋平【脳科学のオフィス ワンダリングマインド代表】
@kyoushuujomae · X

免疫反応が過剰なのか、しょっちゅう風邪症状（だるさ、咳、鼻水）が出る。最近、週に２回ほどサウナに定期的に通うようになって、この過剰な免疫反応が出にくい。論文をめくってみるとサウナに入る頻度が高いほど炎症反応が抑制されるとあり、やっぱりかと納得。https://t.co/6kIad3edwn

Dec 1, 2022 · 2 likes · 10,200 followers View post →
UNFUCKED FIREFIGHTER
@unfuckedfire · X

9. Sauna use reduces blood levels of C-reactive protein. Elevated CRP is associated with the development of atherosclerosis, loss of arterial compliance, and incidence of cardiovascular events. https://t.co/4diUc3bsEm

Oct 6, 2022 · 7 likes · 7,417 followers View post →
Ryan Griggs
@RegenaisanceMan · X

Links: https://t.co/hXxiSRFdJU https://t.co/FgYI48Eep6 https://t.co/B38dKokVDv https://t.co/P7z5mW99Xe 10.1016/j.mehy.2008.12.020

Apr 3, 2022 · 14,725 followers View post →
UNFUCKED FIREFIGHTER
@unfuckedfire · X

Sauna for inflammation: https://t.co/dVOeEhOnLm

Oct 19, 2020 · 7,417 followers View post →
Robert D. Meade
@robertdmeade · X

RT @iamolivergibson: Sauna bathing and systemic inflammation. https://t.co/p0OmOKOvyk

Jan 22, 2019 · 4 shares · 616 followers View post →
UoB EnviroPhys
@hotinhere_lab · X

RT @iamolivergibson: Sauna bathing and systemic inflammation. https://t.co/p0OmOKOvyk

Jan 22, 2019 · 4 shares · 443 followers View post →
Gregor Eichhorn
@greichhorn · X

RT @iamolivergibson: Sauna bathing and systemic inflammation. https://t.co/p0OmOKOvyk

Jan 22, 2019 · 4 shares · 362 followers View post →
Geoff Minett
@GeoffMinett · X

RT @iamolivergibson: Sauna bathing and systemic inflammation. https://t.co/p0OmOKOvyk

Jan 22, 2019 · 4 shares · 1,452 followers View post →
Oli Gibson
@iamolivergibson · X

Sauna bathing and systemic inflammation. https://t.co/p0OmOKOvyk

Jan 22, 2019 · 12 likes · 4 shares · 1,507 followers View post →
Matthew Harber
@MPHarber · X

The cardioprotective effects of sauna are accumulating. Mechanism maybe reduction in inflammation. Think I need a sauna in the lab for pilot testing. Sauna bathing and systemic inflammation. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/w6CexGhwCD

Jan 19, 2019 · 1 like · 240 followers View post →