Much sweating is good for the brain

Sweating in the sauna helps to reduce the risk of dementia, Alzheimer's and heart disease, according to new research in Finland.

Sweating in the sauna can be compared to exercise.(Artwork: strivingforfreedom).

According to the Huffington Post, the study tracked more than 2,300 Finnish middle-aged men for 20 years. The results showed that those who went to the sauna 4-7 times a week had a 66% reduction in the risk of memory and 65% of Alzheimer's risk compared to those who only took a bath once a week.

"We have taken into account factors such as lifestyle, physical activity and socio-economic factors," said Professor Jari Laukkanen. This study focused on the link between sauna and brain bath.

Earlier research also found that men who took a bath 7 times a week were less likely to die from heart disease than those who only participated in the activity once."Sweating in the sauna can be compared to exercise , " Professor Laukkanen said. After sauna, blood pressure is also lower. Hypertension is an important risk factor for cardiovascular disease and dementia.