Five benefits of cold water baths

Taking a cold shower at a moderate temperature is good for your health in many ways.

 

◇Boosts immunity=Cold water baths have been shown to help improve immunity.

According to research, people who took a 30-second cold shower every day for at least 30 consecutive days had a 29% lower rate of taking sick leave from work compared to those who took regular showers.

This suggests that cold water showers may potentially reduce the risk of disease.

 

 

◇ Boost your alertness = Start your day with a cold water shower

Starting can actually help wake up the body and boost energy.

 

Experts say that cold water showers are part of the body's short-term response to cold exposure.

It is said to increase adrenaline to raise alertness.

According to research, people who immersed their bodies in cold water for five minutes reported not only feeling more alert afterward but also becoming more active.

◇Soothes the skin=Cold water can have a calming effect on the skin. In particular, it constricts blood vessels, reducing redness and swelling. In other words, it is useful for flushing caused by injections, as well as inflammation such as eczema and psoriasis.

Reducing swelling and inflammation can also help improve dry and itchy skin. Experts say, "Cold showers can alleviate itching associated with specific skin conditions such as allergic dermatitis, hives, sunburn, and eczema." Additionally, cold water makes the skin less dry compared to hot water and is less likely to wash away natural oils.

 

◇Reduces inflammation and pain=Washing with cold water not only helps soothe inflamed or irritated skin but also appears to reduce systemic inflammation and alleviate pain. Experts suggest that "low temperatures are believed to decrease inflammation and numb skin pain receptors."

 

Recommend applying an ice pack when injured.

This is why athletes spray cooling spray or take ice baths after exercising.

According to studies, this form of cold therapy is effective in improving inflammation and pain caused by exercise.

It is effective.

◇Improves blood circulation = Low temperatures constrict blood vessels, which can help improve blood circulation in the body.

When blood vessels on the surface of the skin are exposed to cold water, they constrict blood flow and can send blood to the deeper tissues of the skin.

This may help improve blood flow.