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Aug 20
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This 20-Minute Routine Could Add Years t...

Dan Buettner
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Author Bill Gifford explores the science of extreme heat therapy and longevity. Drawing on research from his bestseller Outlive, he covers sauna benefits for heart and brain health, whole-body hyperthermia, and heat versus cold plunges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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