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The Jordan Harbinger Show

1046: Hydrotherapy | Skeptical Sunday

The Jordan Harbinger Show

Jordan Harbinger

Education, Science, Business

4.8 β€’ 12.3K Ratings

πŸ—“οΈ 8 September 2024

⏱️ 70 minutes

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Summary

Ice plunges, hot soaks, and eight glasses a day: Jessica Wynn splashes cold water on hydrotherapy myths and explores potential benefits on Skeptical Sunday!

On This Week's Skeptical Sunday, We Discuss:
  • Hydrotherapy, which includes various uses of water for health purposes, lacks substantial scientific evidence for many of its claimed benefits, especially for generally healthy individuals.
  • The popular belief that we need to drink eight glasses of water a day is a myth perpetuated by beverage companies. Our bodies are well-equipped to signal thirst when we need hydration.
  • Extreme temperature changes in hydrotherapy, such as alternating between hot and cold water, can be dangerous and potentially lead to fainting, heart problems, or drowning.
  • Many of the alleged benefits of hydrotherapy, such as improved circulation or muscle recovery, can often be achieved through other, potentially safer methods like exercise or breathing techniques.
  • Hydrotherapy does show promise in specific medical contexts, such as pain management for fibromyalgia, easing labor during childbirth, and assisting with certain rehabilitation exercises. If you're interested in exploring hydrotherapy for health reasons, consult with a medical professional to determine if it's appropriate for your individual needs and how to practice it safely.
  • Connect with Jordan on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. If you have something you'd like us to tackle here on Skeptical Sunday, drop Jordan a line at jordan@jordanharbinger.com and let him know!
  • Connect with Jessica Wynn.

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Welcome to Skeptical Sunday. I'm your host Jordan Harbinger.

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Today I'm here with Skeptical Sunday co-host writer and researcher Jessica Wynne.

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1:10.4

Today we dive into the waters of hydrotherapy and explore the depths of its benefits and drawbacks.

1:16.0

Yeah, there's going to be some puns, not too many, relax.

1:18.0

Is there science in taking a nice warm bath or sitting for a nice long steam with or without naked old dudes

1:24.6

sweating it out next to you. Is it therapeutic for enthusiasts who take ice plunges and

1:29.4

frozen rivers? A lot of our connection with water falls under the category of

1:33.7

hydotherapy, but is there any benefit to this age-old practice? Grab a towel as we

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