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Hot baths may lower blood pressure better than a workout
Original: A hot bath can lower your blood pressure more than a 30-minute workout. And it's way more fun. Especially with friends h
A claim circulating online says soaking in a hot bath can reduce blood pressure more effectively than a 30-minute workout. The idea, shared via a ScienceAlert article, suggests passive heat therapy offers cardiovascular benefits similar to exercise, and people are reacting to the appeal of an easier, more enjoyable alternative to hitting the gym.
Why now: People find it surprising and appealing that a relaxing hot bath could beat exercise for lowering blood pressure.
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Evidence
- A hot bath can lower your blood pressure more than a 30-minute workout. And it's way more fun. Especially with friends https://www. sciencealert.com/a-hot-bath-ma… · HollyCo26588808@universeodon.com · 5
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