According to author Nikki Rajala, it is estimated that infrared heat wraps can burn up to 1,200 to 1,400 calories in a session by simply increasing the body’s metabolism through gentle infrared heat application, which explains the attraction to this method of weight loss. Far-infrared energy is believed to break down water molecules that accumulate and store unwanted toxins in the body that block blood circulation and impair cellular functions. Exposure to far infrared waves can steadily circulate blood, removing blood vessel blockages and promoting proper oxygen distribution to the body. The comforting heat from an infrared body wrap increases skin temperature, causing fats and oils to “melt” out of the skin’s sweat glands, along with the toxins stored in fat cells.

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