The “James Bond” Shower

Have you ever had this happen? You jump in the shower last after everyone else has finished and the water comes out cold even though the hot is turned up all the way. The normal response is to get mad at those who have gone before you that have used up all the hot water. Most people think of a cold shower as something they would never voluntarily put themselves through, but the truth is, there are a few health benefits of taking a cold shower that you may not be aware of.

Cold showers increase blood flow and the blood pressure mechanism to keep you warm. This could tend to have a positive effect on blood pressure stabilization.

Cold showers help to burn fat. Did you know that we have two kinds of fat, Brown Fat and White Fat? Brown fat can generate heat and can burn white fat that is stored in our bodies in areas that we don’t want it as fuel .

Cold showers can lessen recovery time after a strenuous workout.

Cold showers can speed up your metabolism which also activates your immune system.

James Bond used to take “hot to cold” showers demonstrating his “tough guy” image, but also points to his Scottish ancestry as “hot to cold” showers are sometimes referred to as the Scottish shower.

The list of benefits to a cold shower goes on, so adding this habit to your daily routine can increase your overall health. So the next time someone leaves you with no hot water when it is your turn, you should thank them as you will be taking advantage of the health benefits and vitality it can add to your well being.