Having Type 2 diabetes can make you question if soaking in a hot tub is safe for you. Recently, it seems that there has been a flood of new research showing all of the amazing health benefits that hot tubs can offer for various diseases. The good news is that Type 2 diabetes is no exception! Hot tubbing is not only safe for you, but can actually have great benefits to your health.
The New England Journal of Medicine recently published their findings on a study of hot tub use for Type 2 diabetics, the results were quite remarkable. In the study, participants soaked in a hot tub for 30 minutes a day, six days a week, for just 3 weeks. They found that on average, participant’s blood sugar fell by 13 percent in just 3 weeks!
Basically, they were able to lower their blood sugar by simply soaking for 30 minutes a day. Participants also reported improved sleep patterns. These findings are in addition to the hot tub benefits that we all expect, like less stress and an overall feeling of peacefulness.
So how are these kind of results achieved by something as simple as sitting in a hot tub?
Research is showing that hot tubbing actually has many of the same benefits as exercising. In fact, doctors often recommend hot tubbing for people who are unable to exercise.
Since exercise has been shown to decrease blood sugar, it is not a far stretch to see that the link between soaking in the hot tub and exercising is at least part of what accounts for the decrease in blood sugar found in the study.
As with anything related to your health, check with your doctor before you begin regular hot tub use to help with your Type 2 diabetes. Who knows, you could even be able to get an insurance covered prescription for your hot tub.
Come out to our showroom and let our skilled staff help you find a hot tub that is perfect for your family. Caldera hot tubs offer something for everyone, health benefits, fun, and relaxation. They are a perfect investment for your family.