Benefits of cold showers

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Sat Nam Wanda:

 

> Does anyone know the benifits of taking cold showers.I know that I

 

They open up the capillaries, flush the internal organs, prevent the

body from developing an extra layer of fat, cause the body to

eliminate toxins & poisins, strengthen the mucous membranes, keep the

skin young & shining, help liver function, reduce nervousness, and

build immunity to colds, flu, etc. Gururattan has also mentioned

that it is good for the aura.

 

Also, a cold shower acts as a tonic (a stimulant for better health,

improved blood circulation, and better muscle tone), and stimulates

the glandular system, speeds up metabolism, and strengthens the

entire nervous system.

 

Throughout history, hydrotherapy with cold water has been useful for

treating shock, fever, cancer, skin diseases, infections (including

abcesses, carbuncles, and prostatitis) and hemorrhages (including

cerebral hemorrhages). It is useful in chronic conditions where body

functions are below normal, for example: diabetes, obesity,

hypothyroid conditions, and low blood pressure.

 

More benefits for women: corrects unbalanced menses, prevent early

menopause, help with skin problems, maintain your natural glow!

 

One caution: if you have a circulatory disease such as Reynaud's

syndrome, cold showers (or baths) are contra-indicated.

 

A mild alternative (or introduction) is a cold sponge bath - you

might also use a loofah or rough cotton washcloth. Expose one

section of yourself at a time and scrub until the skin is red with

new blood, and follow this by drying briskly.

 

More notes: it is best to prepare by massaging yourself with almond

or sesame oil (I like to put a few drops of sandalwood oil into

almond oil, so it smells as good as it feels).

 

Women should wear shorts that cover about half the thigh to protect

the thigh bone from sudden temperature changes (the thigh regulates

calcium and magnesium production & balance). Men should wear

underwear or shorts to protect the testicles. Don't stand still -

dance - move - breathe deeply! Move in and out of the water, rubbing

your skin vigorously.

 

If you are very cold sensitive, pre-heat the massage oil, have a cup

of hot (herbal) tea, do 26 frogs and run in place for 3 minutes, and

do leg lifts (lie on the back, hands under hips, inhale and lift the

legs to 90 degrees, exhale down) for 2 minutes. And after the shower

you could walk or bounce on a trampoline to help re-establish normal

body heat.

 

Love & blessings,

Sadhant

 

PS: How can you pass it up, knowing all this?

 

;-)