Turns out, it's all about timing. Hot showers help you unwind. Warm water soothes the nervous system, eases tension, and prepares your body for rest. Cold showers give you a quick reset. Cold water ...

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 ...

In cold weather, what can you do to keep warm and how can you best avoid the snuffles, sneezes and sore throats associated with the common cold? We take a critical look at some of the myths associated ...

When the weather warms up, many of us use a nice cold shower to help us cool down. But while this might feel like relief, it might actually not be helping the body cool off at all. Our body’s optimal ...

For many of us, taking a long hot shower isn’t just about getting clean, it’s the only time of the day when no one can reach us to ask about that overdue work assignment or what’s for dinner or our ...

Cold showers do more than jolt you awake in the morning. Research suggests they can support your overall health in surprising ways. For starters, cold exposure can boost circulation and help reduce ...

Most dermatologists agree that a steaming-hot shower can dry out your hair and skin. Here’s what the research says. Credit...Joyce Lee for The New York Times Supported by By Katie Mogg Q: I love ...

Is showering necessary every day? Well, skipping a shower invites side-eyes and whispers. Whether it's after a long day, a sweaty matatu ride or just to cool off in humid coastal heat, bathing is a ...