‘It’s a long-held belief that taking to the waters is good for your health,” says Mike Tipton, a professor of human and applied physiology at the University of Portsmouth. From Roman frigidariums to ...

Cold water therapy reduces stress and may improve sleep, but effects fade quickly. Some people report feeling healthier over ...

Cold water immersion has gained popularity as a wellness practice, but what many enthusiasts overlook are the potential risks that accompany that invigorating shock to the system. From morning showers ...

What Is a Cold Plunge? A cold plunge or cold water immersion is a short dip in cold water that may offer some health perks. Long used by athletes to help with muscle recovery, cold plunges have become ...

Enduring a week’s worth of cold water plunges can jolt the body’s cells into starting the process of autophagy to clean up and recycle old, worn-out, and broken parts, according to a new study. It ...

Share on Pinterest In a new study examining the benefits of cold-water immersion, participants had reduced stress levels in the 12 hours following exposure. Charlie Chesvick/Getty Images A new study ...

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 ...

Dr. Mark Harper recalls his first cold-water swim in the south of England 20 years ago. It was August, but the initial jolt from the plunge took his breath away. The shock to his system lasted a ...

Drinking enough water is crucial to maintaining overall health and proper hydration, which supports just about every bodily function. Water to the body is like oil to a machine — it keeps everything ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Cold-water immersion may boost mental health and well-being. The practice carries risks, too, including drowning ...