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Safe Heat Exposure for Mental Health
Use heat exposure that feels distinctly uncomfortable but remains safe, rather than pushing to extremes. The idea is that this level of thermal stress may activate dynorphin and downstream endorphin-related pathways, which can support mood and other mental health benefits.
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“And in terms of the mental health benefits, it seems that getting a little bit uncomfortable in that heat environment, sauna or otherwise, provided it's safe, is going to be the best way to access those mental health effects.”
huberman · Benefits of Sauna & Deliberate Heat Exposure | Huberman Lab Essentials · Mar 12, 2026 · 38:06 · open ↗
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