India, July 24 -- Stepping into a sauna may feel like little more than a moment of indulgence, but that intense burst of heat could be doing far more than helping you relax. Long celebrated for its heart health benefits, regular sauna use is now attracting attention for its potential to protect the brain as well. Research suggests that, when used correctly, this age-old wellness ritual may help lower the risk of dementia, offering yet another reason to embrace the heat.

Dr Kunal Sood, an anaesthesiologist and interventional pain medicine physician, is breaking down the potential brain health benefits of regular sauna use, explaining how it may help lower the risk of developing dementia later in life. In an Instagram video shared on July ...