Objective: The aim of the study is to assess the effects of steam sauna bath on weight loss and lipid profile. Material & Methods: Ninety physically active subjects in the age group of 30-50 years were selected for the study. Forty-five males and forty-five females were subjected to seven steam sauna baths on alternate days. The temperature was maintained at 50⁰C. The duration was 15 minutes for each sauna bath. The weight, total serum cholesterol [TC], serum triglycerides [TG], low density lipoprotein (LDL) and high density lipoprotein (HDL) were estimated before and after seven steam sauna baths.

Results: Serum total cholesterol, TG , and LDL were significantly decreased and HDL was significantly increased after seven steam sauna baths. There was significant reduction in weight after seven steam sauna baths.

Conclusion: Steam sauna bath helps weight reduction and improves lipid profile.

Keywords: hyperthermia, weight loss, lipid profile, steam sauna bath.

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