Ayurvedic Take On Cold Plunges

In Ayurveda we look at the doshas, seasons and your own health. We look at what doshas might be affected by the cold or hot therapies being provided. I went straight to the Ayurvedic text - Ashtanga Hrudayam to understand what the ancient Ayurvedic wisdom was on the topic.

During extreme winter taking a cold bath or cold plunges can deplete both the kapha and vata dosha since both doshas have cold qualities about them. Cold plunges can cause or worsen respiratory problems such as cold, coughs and asthmas.

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Andrea Claassen is an Ayurvedic Practitioner, RYT 500 hour yoga teacher, and Wild Woman Circle leader who has been in the wellness space since 2007. Her mission is to help you start to live a cyclical life by living in alignment with the seasons using Ayurveda as your guide.

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