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A steambath is an ancient type of bath, popular with the ancient Greeks and Romans. It differs from a sauna, in that it depends upon steam rather than simply heat. Not unlike a sauna in that it induces sweating, but with entirely different atmospheric conditions, the steam bath not only relaxes you and renews your energy, but also promotes your health and beauty as well. It is operating most effectively at temperatures of between 43C(110F) and 46C(116F) and a relative humidity above 100%. In a steam bath, steam should be permanently present.

A steam bath is health giving as well as enjoyable. As a supportive activity, a steam bath is especially recommended to alleviate the conditions listed below by virtue of its high steam content and the general benefits of moist heat. The list was confirmed by the research carried out at the Institute of Medical Balneology and Climatology at the University of Munich: Bronchial asthma, bronchitis, catarrh of the upper respiratory tract, coughs, hoarseness, expectoration, non-acute rheumatic complaints and restricted or painful movements of the joints. In addition, again as a supportive measure the steam bath is beneficial for persons suffering from: Sleeping disorders, poor skin circulation, dry, chapped skin, muscular tension, muscular weakness in the subcutaneous blood vessels, and sensitivity to sudden changes of temperature.

A great advantage of the steam bath lies in its highly beneficial effect on the skin, a feature particularly appreciated by women. The moist heat stimulates the subcutaneous blood flow and cleanses the skin intensively, opening the pores, removing dead skin and impurities and leaving the skin feeling soft, clean and silky smooth.

There are many things to consider if you plan on trying a steam bath. First, be careful to stay in the steam bath for no more than 15-20 minutes at a time to avoid overheating. Symptoms of too much heat include dizziness, vertigo, rapid heartbeat, or excessive thirst. You can experience several sessions at a time after a cool-down period. Be sure to drink lots of water and eat a salty snack afterwards so your body can recover from the exertion. Also, make sure not to eat any large meals beforehand, and drink plenty of water to ensure that you don't get dehydrated. Finally, be prepared to disrobe, or if necessary, wear a loose, cotton wrap. Wearing tight clothing, like a swimsuit, will interfere with temperature regulation and sweating

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