Finnish study shows sauna bathing boosts white blood cells for improved immune defense

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Sauna bathing increases white blood cells, enhancing immune defense. A Finnish study found that a 30-minute sauna session, including a cold shower, boosted circulating white blood cells, crucial for fighting pathogens. This effect may mobilize immune cells from tissues, improving their ability to patrol the body and respond to threats, similar to physical exercise.


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