What is a sauna?
Q: What is a sauna?
A: A sauna is a small room or building that is made hot.
Q: Why is the heat of a sauna calming?
A: The heat of a sauna is calming because it causes the person using it to sweat.
Q: Is using a sauna believed to help people be more healthy?
A: Yes, using a sauna is believed to help people be more healthy.
Q: Does overheating cause stress on the body?
A: Yes, overheating causes stress on the body.
Q: What is the temperature often in Finnish saunas?
A: The temperature is often 80°C in Finnish saunas.
Q: What is the humidity like in Finnish and Swedish saunas?
A: The humidity in Finnish and Swedish saunas is lower to make the high heat comfortable.
Q: Are saunas only found at hotels and places for sports and exercise?
A: No, saunas can also be found in private apartments and office buildings. In almost every house in Finland they have a sauna.
