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Did you know that combining cold showers with regular exercise could reduce your sick days by a whopping 54%? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Axe breaks down the science behind cold plunging and its surprising benefits for your mind and body.Discover:The optimal temperature and duration for maximum cold plunge benefitsHow cold exposure can skyrocket your dopamine levels by 250%How cold plunging can enhance performance for athletesThe unexpected link between cold plunging and Type 2 diabetes managementWho should avoid cold plunging Expert tips for safely incorporating cold plunging into your wellness routineTune in to arm yourself with cutting-edge knowledge on this powerful health practice. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast, biohacker, or simply curious about natural ways to boost your wellbeing, this episode will leave you with actionable insights to elevate your health game. Don't miss out on this cool opportunity to transform your approach to wellness!Want more of The Dr. Josh Axe Show? Subscribe to the YouTube channel.Follow Dr. Josh AxeInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTok------ 0:00 Intro01:19 What is cold plunging?02:29 How often should you cold plunge?04:46 Benefits of cold plunging10:01 Who SHOULD cold plunge?12:10 Who should NOT cold plunge?20:33 Cold, hot, & contrast therapy30:26 What time of day is best for cold plunging?32:45 Top 3 do’s and don’ts of cold plunging------ Links: https://www.hubermanlab.comhttps://www.coldplungeculture.comhttps://www.discovermagazine.comhttps://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.orghttps://www.cedars-sinai.org https://breakthrough-pt.com/blog/top-6-benefits-of-cold-plunges/ https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0161749 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0306456523002681 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10751106/ https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/cold-plunge-after-workouts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices