When and how to take bath in Winter: Some people avoid daily bathing in winter. The reason is simple, laziness, feeling too cold. But, just as it is necessary to take a bath every day in the summer season, it is also necessary to take a bath in the winter. This not only keeps all the external parts of the body clean, dirt is removed from the skin, but also gives you a feeling of freshness. However, there is a proper way to take a bath even in winter. How hot the water should be, on which part of the body hot water should be applied first, at what time the bath should be taken, whether it is right and necessary to take a daily bath even in the cold. So let’s find out the answers to all these questions from Dr. Manish Itolikar, Consultant, Fortis Hospital Mulund, Mumbai.
Should you bathe every day in winter?
Dr. Manish Itolikar says that regardless of the weather, everyone should take a bath every day. It keeps skin clean in summer and removes germs, bacteria, dirt and sweat odor. Along with this, it is necessary to bathe in winter to keep the skin moist. However, you should always bathe with lukewarm water. Some people use very hot water, this is not correct.
How hot should the water be?
Some people bathe with very hot water. Due to this, the skin becomes even more dry. In such a case, you should always take a bath with lukewarm water. It does not harm the skin and hair.
How long should you shower in winter?
Some people sit in hot tubs to avoid shivering while bathing. It is not right to do so. On cold days, shower every day, but only for 10 minutes or less. This is the best way. When you take a bath every day, you don’t need to wait long to scrub your body. Your body stays clean. Bathing with too hot water can dry out your skin. It can cause rashes and cracks.
Should water be poured on the head first while taking ablution?
When you bathe with warm water in winter, never pour water directly on your head and chest. First of all, water should be poured on the feet. Putting water on the feet does not cause a sudden change in body temperature. A sudden change in temperature can be dangerous. Begin the bath by pouring water on the feet first and then on the upper body.
At what time should you bathe in the cold?
Of course you avoid showering in winter but you should also shower for 5 minutes to maintain skin moisture. Avoid bathing at any time, especially in the evening or at night. Due to this you may also get cold, cough, pneumonia. You may get cold, you may have headache. If you already have these problems then do not take bath in the evening. The best time to take a bath on cold days is in the morning. When the sun rises, take a bath. Take bath from 8 am to 12-1 pm. Even at this time there is sunlight. The day is a little warm. If you wet your hair, it will dry out faster by sitting in the sun. Do not wash your hair at all in the evening.