Far Infrared (FIR), Definition and Advantages

FIR infrared ray energy is a part of the natural light spectrum of sunlight - not the skin damaging ultraviolet (UV) which is on the opposite end of the spectrum. In Asia and Europe it has already revolutionized the health and beauty industries.

Far Infrared radiation is a form of "light" energy from the sun. It falls next to the the range of infrared closer to the visible range. But due to its longer wavelengths, FIR cannot be seen by human eyes, just like as Ultraviolet Rays (UV), which exist on the opposite side of the visible spectrum, cannot be seen. The sun provides it to us, but we humans now spend too much time indoors, in artificial lighting which cannot match the emissions from the sun.

The human body can absorb FIR because of its deep penetrating ability. When FIR penetrates through the skin to the subcutaneous tissues, it transforms from light energy into heat energy. The thermal effect within the deep layers of tissues cause blood vessels and capillaries to dilate, promoting blood circulation, and the heat so produced helps to mobilize body toxins and release metabolic wastes through sweating.

"Regular use of a sauna...may be as effective as a means of cardiovascular conditioning and burning of calories as regular exercise."
- Journal of the American Medical Association, August 7, 1981

Graph of actual infrared emission of our carbon-fiber far infrared panel, measured by an independent laboratory. Click for larger image.

Comparison of Healthy Heat's infrared output to that of most competitors, who use shorter, less effective wavelengths. Click for larger image.

Far Infrared Sauna Vs. Traditional Portable Steam Sauna