Unexpected benefits of taking a cold shower for 7 consecutive days

May 25, 2017 20:45

Taking a cool shower not only helps you stay awake and work effectively, but also saves time.

Nowadays, most people take warm showers, even in the middle of summer, and consider cold showers unbearable. In fact, both warm and cold showers have health benefits. Here are the physical changes that happen when you take cold showers for a week, according to Men's Health.

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No more feeling cold

The biggest challenge when taking a cold shower is the feeling of shivering and goosebumps. However, after only 30 seconds, your body will get used to the temperature and the cold water will gradually warm up.In about 3 days, you will no longer be afraid of taking cold showers.

Improve skin

Bathing in hot water too often can strip your skin of essential oils and leave it vulnerable to damage, even causing a tingling sensation. On the contrary, bathing in cool water can help improve your skin. In particular, your hands will be noticeably less dry.

Save time

Warm water makes us want to stay longer in the shower, but cool water does the opposite. You will shorten the time of cleaning significantly and can sit down to eat breakfast and read the newspaper before going to work.In addition, cool water also helps you stay awake and work more effectively.

Suitable for after workout

Taking a cool shower after sweating not only helps you clean your body but also brings comfort and relaxation.

Save ideas

If you often get ideas but quickly forget them because you have nothing to write down, try taking a cool shower. The cool water will increase your alertness and help you remember creative ideas better.

According to VNE

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