JAKARTA - For people living in tropical areas, bathing twice a day is a must to avoid various health problems, such as eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis.
After being tired of being active, imagining taking a shower under a warm shower to relieve yourself feels pleasant. Indeed, taking a warm shower has a myriad of benefits for the body. However, behind the comfort of a warm shower, there are also some things to be aware of. Launching from several sources, the following are the good and bad effects of taking a warm shower for the health of the body.
The Benefits of Taking a Warm BathImprove sleep
Launching Healthline, Friday, February 6, taking a bath with water at a temperature of 40 to 42 degrees Celsius about 90 minutes before going to bed can naturally improve the body's circadian rhythm so that your body can prepare for sleep faster and improve sleep quality as well.
Lowering high blood pressure
Summarizing VOI's article, a study conducted by Doctor Erich Brandt, a cardiologist revealed that often soaking in a tub filled with warm water can significantly lower hypertension. Furthermore, the risk of cardiovascular disease will also decrease along with normal blood pressure.
Relieves respiratory symptoms
If your nose is stuffy, try taking a warm bath to relieve it. Warm steam can thin the phlegm in the throat and nose so that breathing feels relieved. However, this steam can be dangerous for people with chronic lung diseases, such as chronic bronchitis, cystic fibrosis, or severe asthma.
Relax the muscles
A warm bath is believed to relax muscles and improve recovery. A study found that soaking your feet in hot water for 45 minutes before exercising can reduce damage and muscle pain after activity.
Lack of hot showersEnlarge pores
Warm water can open pores so that they appear larger. Large pores are more prone to accumulate dead cells, sebum, and other dirt, thereby increasing the risk of acne.
Makes the skin dry and triggers itching
If you look at dermatological views, taking a warm bath is not recommended. Launching the Insider page, research from the American Academy of Dermatology, warm water can remove natural oils on the skin so that the skin becomes very dry. This condition will be more severe in people with eczema.
In addition, a warm bath can also cause itching because it can cause cells in the skin to release histamine- a substance that causes a feeling of itching.
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