Taking a cold shower causes a temporary rise in blood pressure as a part of the body’s response to cold. Cold showers stress the cardiovascular system and may be risky for people with heart or ...

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 ...

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 ...

The practice sounds almost medieval in its simplicity: alternating between hot and cold temperatures to heal the body. Yet temperature contrast therapy, switching between heat exposure and cold ...

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 ...

Thermal therapy is enjoying a significant trend in the wellness industry. From celebrity ice baths to luxury spa saunas, people are turning to temperature extremes to boost recovery, reduce stress, ...