I can tell you that sitting in a steamroom or sauna after a tough workout (or during a bad hangover) can help you recover faster. Basically, its annecdotal evidence of the above claims. When we bought our house, I had the builder install a steam shower for me because it also helps me get over colds by losening up my sinuses.
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