Do you enjoy a steaming hot shower or a cold and refreshing one to beat the heat?
Whether it’s the former or latter, know for sure you’re not alone! Apart from cleaning yourself, both showers can be soothing and relaxing while an uninterrupted stream of thoughts to keep you accompanied.
Regardless of how you feel towards either types of showers, there are some potential health benefits both types of showers have and here are some you should be aware of:
WHAT’S GREAT ABOUT HOT SHOWERS?
- Relieves headaches, tiredness and fatigue.
- Provides better blood flow to joints and muscles.
- Often considered as a relief for menstrual cramps and helps relax uterine muscles.
- Acts as a natural remedy that provides relief from a cold by clearing your nasal passageway.
- Opens the pores on your skin which is great to clean dirt and oil that are trapped under the skin.
- The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute suggests taking a hot shower before bedtime as it helps to improve sleep.
WHAT’S GREAT ABOUT COLD SHOWERS?
- Increases blood circulation.
- Reduces muscle soreness post workout.
- Increases oxygen intake, wakes your body up and induces a higher level of alertness. Which is why many often tend to take cold showers to keep themself awake and fresh.
- Relieves itchy skins and helps to reduce the sensations of scratching yourself, especially people with eczema.
- Closes open pores and tighten your skin without stripping the natural oils from it.
- Cold showers can work as a gentle electroshock therapy that helps you to de-stress.
Sources: Healthline, WebMD, SCL Health
