Are cold showers in the winter good?

Nothing is more relaxing than a shower after a long day. Adding, Dr. Santosh Kumar Agrawal, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Marengo QRG Hospital Faridabad says “Taking cold baths or showers help increase blood circulation in the body. Research has also shown that exposing your body to cold temperatures, even if it’s just a quick cold shower, can lower levels of uric acid and boost the production of glutathione, a powerful antioxidant that helps reduce oxidative stress.” Dr Santosh Kumar Agrawal, explains “Cold water showers also help in boosting immunity as the percentage of white blood cells and a high metabolic rate increases. This is because the body tries to warm itself up during a cold shower, and in the process, tends to release white blood cells and activates one’s immune system.” The Bad Taking a bath or shower in cold water during the winter may turn more fatal as it may cause brain stroke or heart attack. Dr Santosh Kumar Agrawal, Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, Marengo QRG Hospital, Faridabad says “Avoid cold water baths if you are low on immunity.