Is it reliable to say that taking a shower in the morning extinguishes yang energy and taking a shower at night creates dampness? Cold shower vs warm shower, which one is cooler? Today, let's talk about a few things about taking a shower together~

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When is it healthier to take a shower in the morning versus at night?

There is a rumor that at 9pm, there is a surge of yin and a decrease in yang energy. Taking a shower can easily damage yang energy, and after taking a shower, the pores open, making it easier to absorb moisture. At this time, blowing an electric fan or air conditioner will lock in the moisture as soon as the pores close. Is there any basis for the statement 'taking a shower in the morning extinguishes yang energy, and taking a shower at night creates dampness'?

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Generally speaking, the Yang energy referred to in traditional Chinese medicine is the driving force behind human metabolism and life functions, similar to the active state of metabolism described in Western medicine. In the morning, when pores are open and people with insufficient Yang energy take a cold shower, it can affect the Yang energy on the muscle surface, leading to the invasion of cold pathogens from the muscle surface. If you don't dry your body and hair in a timely manner after taking a shower at night, it may increase the risk of moisture invasion in humid or low-temperature environments.

Doctor's reminder: "Extinguishing Yang Qi" and "generating dampness" are actually not related to when to take a shower, but rather due to not keeping warm or not drying the body and hair in a timely manner.

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Do you know these three situations where it is not advisable to take a shower?

1. After drinking alcohol

Alcohol can inhibit liver function and hinder glycogen release. When taking a shower, the body's consumption of glucose increases, so taking a shower after drinking alcohol may cause dizziness, weakness, low blood sugar, and other symptoms.

2- Before/after meals

Taking a shower before meals in a hungry state can easily lead to dizziness and blurred vision. After a meal, when the brain is full, there is less blood supply, and taking a shower at this time can easily lead to fainting.

3- High water temperature

People with chronic diseases such as hypertension, arteriosclerosis, and coronary heart disease may experience unexpected events such as heart attacks if the water temperature during bathing is too high.

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Which cooling effect is better between a cold shower and a warm shower?

In the scorching summer, taking a cold shower may feel refreshing, but it actually carries some hidden risks. When the weather is hot, sweating increases and capillaries are in a dilated state. Suddenly taking a cold shower can stimulate blood vessel contraction, causing discomfort such as palpitations and headaches. It is also not advisable to take a cold shower immediately after intense exercise.

The cooling effect of a cold shower is not as good as that of a warm shower. Taking a cold shower can give the body the illusion that the environment has become colder, increasing heat production and reducing heat dissipation. Therefore, taking a cold shower is not necessarily cooler than taking a warm shower.

Which groups of people are suitable for taking cold showers? Taking a cold shower appropriately for healthy individuals in good physical condition has certain benefits, such as enhancing cardiovascular function, improving the nervous system, regulating the gastrointestinal tract, and enhancing disease resistance. Middle aged and elderly people, as well as those with a history of coronary heart disease, hypertension, stroke, and arrhythmia, should try to avoid taking cold showers in summer.

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Taking a shower this way is healthier, and it is recommended to be a 'loving family'

⏰ Bathing duration⏰

Long term soaking or showering may lead to the loss of moisture on the surface of the skin, causing problems such as dryness and itching. In addition, prolonged exposure to high temperatures may increase the burden on the heart and be detrimental to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health.

The recommended bathing time is around 10-15 minutes, which can ensure the cleanliness of the body and avoid discomfort caused by prolonged soaking or showering.

Bathing temperature

Excessive water temperature may lead to skin burns, vasodilation, and other issues; If the water temperature is too low, it may cause discomfort such as colds and joint pain.

The recommended temperature for bathing is between 38-40 ℃, which can provide comfort to the human body without causing irritation or damage to the skin.

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①Avoid cold stimulation

After taking a shower in summer, there is no need to keep warm, but it is important to avoid using an electric fan or air conditioner directly.

② Thoroughly dry the body

After taking a shower, you should quickly and thoroughly dry your body, including your feet, especially between your toes.

③ Timely blow dry hair

After taking a shower, you should blow dry your hair as soon as possible, and be careful not to fall asleep directly when your hair is still wet.

④ It is not advisable to take a shower before going to bed

Taking a shower at night should be avoided before bedtime, as the body may be in an excited state after showering, which can affect sleep quality.

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