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The Science & Experience of Cold Plunge Therapy
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Cortisol Controversies | Mitch Wishnowsky's Recovery
Do ice baths cause a dangerous cortisol spike that will burn out your adrenals? Or are some social media influencers pulling your leg?
Thomas P Seager, PhD
Jun 16, 20248 min read
Cold Plunge Research
A new Cold Plunge Research Conference will bring expertise from Eastern European countries to Phoenix AZ in June 2025.
Thomas P Seager, PhD
Jun 2, 20249 min read
Ice Bath Benefits at Colder Temperatures
There is no optimal ice bath temperature. Metabolic benefits are found in a cold plunge, but for heart rate variability, go colder.
Thomas P Seager, PhD
May 26, 20245 min read
Hypertension & Ice Baths
The most important contraindication to cold plunge is hypertension. Nitrates, dry sauna, & exercise might help counteract adverse effects.
Thomas P Seager, PhD
May 19, 202410 min read
Quit Metformin to Better Manage Blood Glucose
Without metformin, ice baths stimulate mitochondrial repair, restore insulin sensitivity, & reverse Type 2 diabetes When Jason Kurchner...
Thomas P Seager, PhD
May 12, 20247 min read
Cold for Chronic Pain
Cold therapy provides pain relief that reduces drug use. Three cases of chronic pain relief with cold are supported by clinical evidence.
Thomas P Seager, PhD
Apr 28, 20246 min read
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