Many things affect our bodies in a good way. Such as diet, exercise, alcohol consumption, and smoking; these lifestyles have an effect on our body, both good and bad. But did you know that taking bath can also have an effect to your body. Here in this post, we will discuss how different types of bathing benefit your body.
Shower. How does taking a bath in your shower help your body? Both hot shower and cold shower can be beneficial to your body.  Let us start with how hot/ warm shower benefit your body: Hot water shower can be used as a natural remedy for cold or flu; it helps you open airways, loosen phlegm, and clear out nasal passage. Hot showers can also help you with your blemishes; it opens up your pores, which allows dirt and extra oil to come out of your skin. Hot showers can also help with easing muscle fatigue. Now, let us discuss how cold shower benefits your body. Taking a cold shower when you wake up in the morning, the shock of taking a cold shower in the morning will help you increase your oxygen intake, it will increase your heart rate, and it will also increase your alertness. As cold water hits your body and external limbs, it constricts circulation on the surface of your body. This causes blood in your deeper tissues to circulate at faster rates to maintain ideal body temperature. In that sense, a cold shower has the opposite effect of a hot shower for someone with hypertension or cardiovascular disease, since exposure to cold temperatures triggers the circulatory system to reduce inflammation and can help prevent cardiovascular disease. Cold showers might also help you loss weight. Some fat cells, such as brown fat, can generate heat by burning fat. They do this when your body is exposed to cold conditions like in a shower. Gerrit Keferstein, MD, says these cells are mostly situated around the neck and shoulder area. So, perfect for showers! Cold showers are perfect for you too if you want you want your hair and skin to glow. Though scientific research is limited regarding the effect cold water has on your skin and hair, anecdotal evidence points to positive effects. Wellness expert Dr. Jacqueline Schaffer, MD, says that cold water tightens and constricts the blood flow which gives your skin a healthier glow. According to an article published on the website NaturallyCurly.com, cold water closes and strengthens your hair cuticles. Also, cold water, unlike hot water, doesnât dry out the sebum layer, a naturally lubricated barrier that provides protection for your skin and hair. As a result of the effects of cold water, your hair may be more likely to become stronger and healthier over time. If youâre convinced a cold shower is totally out of the question, you might want to rethink your philosophy. Unlike the long list of benefits that come with taking a cold shower, the list of cons is surprisingly quite short.
Taking a bath can also give your body benefits. Submerging yourself in to water is good for your lungs. If you relax in a bathtub filled with water up to your neck, your lung capacity and oxygen will improve. However, it depends on the water pressure on your body. The hotness or coldness of the water also matters. For instance, when warm water makes your heart beat faster, your body takes in more oxygen. It also helps clear your chest and sinuses, which comes as one benefits of hot water. Apart from hot baths, cold water also has its positive effects on the body. For instance, taking dips in lukewarm water can reduce the chances of infection in people with COPD (a form of lung disease) When it comes to enhancing your lung capacity and growth, bathing comes as an ideal option. According to research on teenage girls, breathing techniques help in making the lungs perform better. Overall, to enhance the performance level of your lungs, take longer and deeper breaths when you are under water. Taking a bath can also help your nervous system. Resting in a bathtub filled with water can also do great things for your nervous system. For instance, it can calm your nerves, especially after a stressful day. It also helps lighten your mood when you are stuck in the blues.
These are a few benefits that your body can get thru bathing.