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The most important contraindication to cold plunge is hypertension. Nitrates, dry sauna, & sunshine might help counteract adverse effects.

Morozko is the most hated ice bath brand in the world. These are all the reasons you might NOT want to buy a Morozko and why Joe Rogan almost does not ice bath every day.

Are ice baths dangerous? The risks include drowning, hypothermia, hypertension, & heart failure. Follow these safety protocols.

The benefits of whole body cold water immersion are well-supported. The dangers are few. Follow these safety tips to minimize risks.

Cardiovascular, neurological, & cold allergy contraindications suggest that ice baths can be dangerous under some conditions.

Use these precautions to avoid frostbite, brain fog, & hypothermia from an ice bath overdose.

Ice baths increase blood pressure in the short term, but may reduce hypertension in the long term.

Whole body cold immersion has been shown to protect brain health, even though my ice bath makes me stupid in the short term.

Ice bath vasoconstriction may improve digestion, circulation, & sexual function. For vasodilation, dry sauna, not hot tub.