Like a warm hug on a cold day, a visit to the steam room can leave you feeling comforted and relaxed. But its benefits extend beyond just a mood boost. Steam can help you sleep better, give your skin a glow, and even protect your heart health.
Improved respiratory health
Steam can help you breathe easier by loosening up mucus in your lungs and reducing inflammation, making it an age-old treatment for stubborn coughs. Although more research is needed, there’s encouraging new evidence that suggests inhaling steam shortly after contracting a viral respiratory infection may help to lessen its severity and slow its progression.