Hot showers are one of life's great pleasures. Like a generous bear hug, they make everything feel better. But for the likes ...

Cold showers in winter could be harmless and refreshing to some people, yet might not be recommended for everyone. Cold water ...

Cold-water exposure is hot right now. From influencers touting the mental-health benefits of cold showers to professional athletes swearing by ice baths for recovery, it's become a bonafide wellness ...

My best thinking happens in the shower. Whenever I have to do something mentally taxing, I always take a long, ponderous shower before I get started. I would have done so before sitting down to write ...

Dove reports cold showers boost circulation, reduce inflammation, enhance mood, and improve skin clarity; however, they may not suit everyone.

That invigorating blast of cold water you’ve been using to start your mornings might be doing more than just waking you up, it could be putting dangerous stress on a heart condition you don’t even ...

For years, cold showers were the domain of athletes and wellness zealots. But new research in genetics and metabolism suggests that a quick blast of cold water has benefits way beyond mental toughness ...

The thought of stepping into an icy shower first thing in the morning makes most of us shudder. That initial shock as cold water hits your warm skin triggers an immediate gasp, racing heart, and ...

Lancaster University provides funding as a founding partner of The Conversation UK. When the weather warms up, many of us use a nice cold shower to help us cool down. But while this might feel like ...