{"id":17154,"date":"2017-06-21T08:10:21","date_gmt":"2017-06-21T06:10:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.pricecheck.co.za\/?p=17154"},"modified":"2017-06-22T08:38:04","modified_gmt":"2017-06-22T06:38:04","slug":"heres-why-cold-showers-will-transform-your-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/blog\/heres-why-cold-showers-will-transform-your-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Here’s Why Cold Showers Will Transform Your Life"},"content":{"rendered":"

What do Katherine Hepburn, James Bond, Spartans, Ancient Greeks, the Finnish, Native Americans, and Indians have in common? They all understand\/understood the transformational abilities of cold showers. And more people are beginning to\u00a0realise its impact on day-to-day living.<\/p>\n

“Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.” –\u00a0Neale Donald Walsch<\/h3>\n

For years we have been taking warm baths and steamy showers. And for years we have been telling ourselves that\u00a0tomorrow<\/em>\u00a0will be the day to work a bit\u00a0later, wake up earlier, start that blog, apply for that dream job…but what really<\/em> happens when tomorrow comes?<\/p>\n

Be honest and raise your hand if you’re more comfortable binge-watching people on television live their lives; the truth is, most people are. And because of this, watching television is now one of the leading causes of\u00a0depression<\/a>.<\/p>\n

However, clinical studies<\/a>\u00a0show cold showers are a potential treatment for depression:<\/p>\n

”\u00a0Exposure to cold is known to activate the sympathetic nervous system and increase the blood level of beta-endorphin and noradrenaline and to increase the synaptic release of noradrenaline in the brain as well. Additionally, due to the high density of cold receptors in the skin, a cold shower is expected to send an overwhelming amount of electrical impulses from peripheral nerve endings to the brain, which could result in an anti-depressive effect.”<\/p>\n

Science Further Proves The Benefits of Cold Showers:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Whether it is water therapy, aquatic therapy, pool therapy, and balneotherapy, hydrotherapy, water has been used as a natural medicine for a very long time. And just like warm baths help to relax, calm and soothe, cold showers also generate an effect. This effect is especially felt in the sympathetic nervous system, and here are a few ways it will change you:<\/p>\n

It Increases Concentration<\/strong><\/p>\n

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What else can one think about when taking a cold shower? Well, nothing really. For this reason, cold showers become a form of meditation because it slows down the racing mind and steers the focus solely to the experience – leaving you more alert and awake.<\/p>\n

It Enhances Your Blood Circulation<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The shock of cold water causes a stress response in your body that pushes up your heart rate and increases your breathing which all leads to enhanced blood circulation. It is because of this stimulation that cold- shower loyalists believe it keeps the skin looking healthier and younger.<\/p>\n

It Boosts Your Metabolism\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Research<\/a>\u00a0reveals that cold showers help\u00a0burn calories by activating brown fat. Unlike white fat, brown fat<\/a>\u00a0produces heat and burns calories.<\/p>\n

\u201cCold is much more of a shock, [which]kicks the cardiovascular system into high gear to ramp up metabolism for the day,”\u00a0added\u00a0Jessica\u00a0Krant, MD<\/a>.<\/p>\n

It Strengthens Immune System<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Studies<\/a>\u00a0may also suggest that cold showers could help strengthen the immune system, as it increases white blood cell count and boosts the concentration of helper T-cells.<\/p>\n

\u00a0The Practice of Cold Showers in India<\/h3>\n

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In India, a cold shower is still an ancient tradition. It is known as\u00a0Ishnaan<\/a>\u00a0which means “Sun” because of its invigorating and\u00a0stimulating effect on the body.<\/p>\n

Here’s How\u00a0They Do It:<\/p>\n

Step 1: Loofah<\/strong><\/p>\n

Loofah your dry body and face with either exfoliating glove<\/a>\u00a0or brush<\/a>\u00a0before getting in the shower.<\/p>\n

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Step 2: Oil\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Use an essential oil to rub your face and body. Coconut oil<\/a>\u00a0is recommended.<\/p>\n

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Step 3: Enjoy Your Cold Shower<\/strong><\/p>\n

Step into the shower with your right foot and then immerse your right side of your body under the water. Switch over to your left foot and begin to wet your left side. Allow the water to run over your face for at least three minutes and then give your back some showtime and then begin rubbing your body with your hands.<\/p>\n

By simply taking a cold shower first thing in the morning, we not only throw ourselves immediately into the deep-end of discomfort, we also prepare our day to further delve into other uncomfortable acts for growth and transformation.<\/p>\n

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What do Katherine Hepburn, James Bond, Spartans, Ancient Greeks, the Finnish, Native Americans, and Indians have in common? They all understand\/understood the transformational abilities of cold showers. And more people are beginning to\u00a0realise its impact on day-to-day living. “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.” –\u00a0Neale Donald Walsch For years we have been<\/p>\n

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