7 Health Benefits From Taking A Bubble Bath
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7 Scientific Reasons You Should Be Taking Bubble Baths, And Not Just For Self-Care

Bubble baths can actually make a huge impact on your overall health!

Hailey Treat
Jan 08, 2020
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7 Scientific Reasons You Should Be Taking Bubble Baths, And Not Just For Self-Care
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Prior to contrary belief, bubble baths are not just for kids. They can be just as invigorating and replenishing for adults, whether you believe it or not. I've always enjoyed taking baths at night -with a glass of red wine, of course. It's the perfect way to end the day and get ready for bed.

As much as I love my hot showers, I also love pretending I'm having a spa day in my own personal jacuzzi. Besides the blissful mood that a steamy bath will give you, there are actual health benefits to taking them once in a while. So, slow down, relax, and take a bath.

1. Reduces pain and inflammation.

I'm sure you aren't surprised to hear that submerging yourself into hot water is good for healing injuries, in general.

2. Heart benefits.

Just like going on a run is good for your heart, hot temperatures do the same. Both cause your heart to beat much faster, therefore, your body feels like it did a really great workout.

3. Improve sinuses.

The steam from your bath can really open your airways, allowing you to breathe a whole lot better. If you continuously take baths, your lung capacity can even expand in large amounts!

4. Keeps hormones in check.

It can be tough to keep your hormones under control, however, baths can be really effective. They typically will trigger you to release more serotonin, which will, in turn, trigger you to be happy and feel pretty great.

5. Moisturizes skin and hair.

Obviously showers can help keep you clean, but studies show that actually soaking in water can help your skin and hair even more.

6. Improves sleep cycle.

Typically after a bath, you might feel ready for a long snooze. That's because baths increase the bodies' melatonin at a rapid pace, making it easier for you to get your ZZZ's on.

7. Calms nerves.

Maybe you had a horrible day at school and want to forget it ever happened. Take a bath. It's surprisingly beneficial to your brain, nerves, and any muscle pain related.

You might find more benefits as you start taking more baths, but these are the ones that scientists know to be true. Showers can be great, but every once in a while, take a bath. You might discover they are the only thing that can put you to bed at night!

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