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Recently, I have been experimenting with cold showers when I am feeling down, or need an extra kick.
It has been very helpful.
For years, there hasn't been much research done on hydrotherapy... until more recently.
While hot and cold temperatures have been used for treatment, cold exposure has been shown to help with depression, providing a therapeutic effect.
In this post, we are going to explore cold exposure and its impacts on depression.
Let's dive in!
Research has shown that lowering temperature exposure to our brain actually has neuroprotective effects.
Our brains typically produce inflammatory cytokines that cause inflammation.
Too many of these cytokines can contribute to the development of depression.
And cold exposure can lead to the reduction of inflammation.
So essentially, exposing our skin to cold water can have a positive impact on our mental health.
Cold water exposure can provide a hormetic response, where small bouts of "pain" can bring about positive adaptations.
While swimming in cold water may suck at first, some of us may find that with prolonged period of time, it may provide us some pleasure.
In a research cold exposure study, researchers showed that blood dopamine concentrations increased 250% by submerging yourself in 57 degrees fahrenheit water for about an hour. In addition, norepinephrine concentrations increased by 530%.
Other studies have also shown elevations in dopamine, norepinephrine, and even serotonin concentrations. These regulate pleasure, mood, motivation, appetite, sleep, and alertness.
Essentially, cold exposure can elicit positive mental health responses.
While cold exposure isn't an immediate fix to depression, it can be a great tool to use in your arsenal as a way to jumpstart your day, or even as a preparation before your workout.
The following recommendations should help you with cold exposure:
For more on cold exposure, I would recommend listening to the Huberman Lab Podcast episode with Dr. Craig Heller here.
What's really nice about cold exposure is that we all have access to it at home. If you want to take it to another level, I suggest having a membership to a cryotherapy place.
I plan on getting one to a local cryotherapy place I have around here!
I want to thank you all for reading this!
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Until next time, Mood Lifter!
Let me tell you about my friend Hahn.
Hahn is in his 50s and JACKED.
When I am grappling with him in Jiu-Jitsu, he is a fun roll because he's a friendly guy.
But when he locks in, he is one challenging roll.
While he consults with his doctor for additional solutions, he really dials in on 5 factors that are in his control that have helped him for years.
And for myself in my 30s, these 5 things are the only things I do that have been working extremely well for me.
In this post, I'm going to share with you what I learned about supporting your testosterone levels naturally.
Let's dive in!
Intermittent fasting (IF) has gained significant popularity in recent years as a dietary strategy for weight loss and overall health improvement.
But does it really work?
In this post, we’ll explore the principles of intermittent fasting, its potential benefits, and what the research says about its effectiveness.
Let's dive in!
Grip strength is often overlooked as a key indicator of overall health and longevity.
However, a growing body of research has highlighted the significance of grip strength and its correlation to mortality rates.
A landmark study published in the Lancet in 2015 analyzed data from over 33,000 adults across 17 countries.
The researchers found that decreased grip strength was associated with a higher risk of mortality from all causes, as well as a greater likelihood of developing conditions like heart disease, stroke, and respiratory issues.
Given the importance of grip strength, it's crucial to understand the intricate musculature that gives us the ability to grasp, lift, and manipulate objects with our hands.
The forearms house a complex network of muscles that play a central role in wrist and finger movements, directly impacting our grip capabilities.
In this post, we'll delve into the anatomy of the forearm muscles and explore targeted exercises to help you build strength and enhance your overall functionality.
Let's dive in!