Everyone loves a hot shower or bath. It’s a good way to relax, and it also offers some health benefits.
According to one study, one hour of immersion in a hot bath burn as many calories as half an hour of walking. The same study found that when participants took a hot bath, their blood sugar peak after eating was around a 10 percent lower than when they exercised.
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hot showers too can relieve cold or respiratory symptomshelp with skin imperfections and help sleep.
But hot showers can also have a negative impact on our health, especially when it comes to our skin.
The doctor Rekha Tailor of Health & Aesthetics (Health and aesthetics) told Express the following:
“Shorter, cooler showers are better for the skin, this is because using water that is too hot can have a negative impact on the skin.
the hot water damages keratin cells that are in the outer layer of skin or epidermis.
Higher temperatures cause skin to dry out and aggravate skin conditions like eczema, which often causes redness, itching, and dry skin«.
Dr. Sasha Dhota consultant dermatologist at Stratum Clinics, added:
“Avoid excessive showering or showering with water that is too hot, which can dry out the skin and cause inflammation.
The upper layer of the skin, the epidermis, has the vital function of skin barrier; the first defense of the body from him to the outside world.
You can think of this like a brick wall, preventing moisture loss and keeping out external aggressors like chemical irritants and infections.»
Dr. Dhoat also recommends shower for no more than 10 minutes.
“There is no magic number for optimal shower time, but 5 to 10 minutes would be a good guideline for the ball park,” he said.
“For patients who have problems with their skin barrier anyway, for example those who suffer from eczema, I would suggest as little time as possible, cleanse and go. More than 15 minutes is overkill for anyone.»
Some other shower tips from Dr. Dhoat:
“Overly aggressive skin cleansing or overzealous exfoliation in an attempt to achieve clear, radiant skin is, in fact, an act of self-sabotage that damages this brick wall.»