You’ve probably heard about ice baths – a lot of celebrities are swearing by cold water immersion to help with everything from inflammation to focus to exercise recovery.
But these special baths are expensive and tough to utilize if you don’t have a lot of space. So will a cold shower do the same?
Experts say – yes, but only to some of the benefits.
Previous studies have shown that a minute-long cold shower can help lower stress. And there’s preliminary evidence that it can improve blood flow and even boost your immune system.
If you look to try it, experts say to start slow – start with lukewarm water before going cold, and don’t stay in long – just 15 second bursts to start, and increase it a little at a time.
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