Taking a warm bath may improve mental health and relaxation, according to a 2018 Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine research of 38 people. Participants reported less stress, anger, aggression, melancholy, and dejection.
“Stress can be triggered by so many things, so if you are looking for some ‘you’ time, or time to take a break from your mental load, a bath is a great way to relax, take a break from work, limit your social media scrolling.
Hot baths may benefit cardiovascular health, according to a 2020 Japanese research in Heart. Dr. Warner says more than 30,000 adults between 40 and 59 were studied over 19 years and found that regular warm baths reduced cardiovascular event risk.
Mineralized water, such that found in natural hot springs (or in your tub after adding water-soluble mineral sources like Epsom salts), is particularly true, according to a 2021 Ethiopian research with over 1,000 participants published in Inquiry.
Since warm baths may help some individuals relax, they may also help them sleep better. Dr. Purdy believes taking a bath at night may help you go asleep and remain asleep, improving your sleep quality.
Bathing is part of a skincare regimen, whether you take a bath or a shower. The Cleveland Clinic says bathing in warm water opens your pores and removes debris on the skin.