On the previous episode of the Hormone Balance Solution podcast we looked at some studies on Cold Water Therapy and today we will continue delving into this research by looking closer at how it affects our mitochondrial health. (Episode 66)

Here's what we've found and discuss on this episode:

1. The effects of cold water immersion are mainly due to the increased activity of the sympathetic nervous system.

2. Cold exposure can increase the activity and volume of brown fat, which can potentially aid in preventing obesity and metabolic diseases.

3. Cold water immersion after exercise can support muscle recovery, reduce soreness, and improve perceived recovery.

4. Cold exposure shows promise in improving lipid metabolism and clearing circulating metabolites.

5. While more research is needed, cold exposure might be a fantastic strategy for improving metabolic flexibility.

**While there are promising studies indicating the benefits of cold water therapy, more research is needed due to the small sample sizes and variable study designs. It's important to approach this practice with caution and always consult with a healthcare professional.**

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Researched Studies:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30974799/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8561167/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9518606/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19882167/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9649023/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21941017/

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.3402/ijch.v63i2.17700

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/lim2.12

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00365510701516350?journalCode=iclb20

http://www.sld.cu/galerias/pdf/sitios/rehabilitacion-bal/adaptation_related_to_cytokines_in_man.pdf

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4049052/

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S030698770700566X?via%3Dihub

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0001691817301336

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s004210050065?noAccess=true

https://www.cell.com/cell/fulltext/S0092-8674(21)01454-9

https://www.nature.com/articles/tp201546

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-022-01644-9

https://www.wemjournal.org/article/S1080-6032(14)00405-0/fulltext

https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Fulltext/2012/09000/Work_Volume_and_Strength_Training_Responses_to.33.aspx

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9989468/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9861294/

https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/article/S0025-6196(22)00042-8/fulltext

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7029124/

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