Doctor reveals why you shouldn't shower after exercise: It can seriously affect you

Bathing is usually a common and essential activity for the health and well-being of the human body, mainly because it helps eliminate bacteria, sweat, and dirt that accumulates on the skin or hair.

However, performing this personal hygiene practice after physical activity can cause some negative effects, because water, especially when cold, produces a drastic change in body temperature.

In response to this, in recent days, Dr. José Manuel Felices, a specialist in radiology and diagnostics, shared a video on his official Instagram account in which he revealed some reasons why showering after training is not recommended.

According to the professional's publication, exercise causes muscles to burn energy, significantly raising body temperature. Therefore , blood vessels tend to dilate, triggering sweating, which helps cool the body.

However, the expert emphasized that this natural physiological process does not end once you stop training , but rather continues to regulate the body for a few more minutes while the salty liquid that emerges from the skin evaporates.

In this regard, the doctor also warned that interrupting this cycle with a bath can cause dizziness, fainting, changes in blood pressure, or even peripheral facial paralysis , and points out that it's best to wait for the body to cool down on its own.

According to José Manuel Felices, “Science says that these processes last about 15 minutes after finishing the activity,” and he advised taking advantage of the time to hydrate properly and allow toxins to leave the body through sweat.

On the other hand, he emphasized that this salty liquid "has a slightly acidic pH, which creates a protective layer against bacteria and external agents," which, when in contact with alkaline soaps, can leave the skin more sensitive and exposed.

With this in mind, he emphasized the importance of resting and socializing with others before continuing with personal hygiene routines, as avoiding this natural mechanism increases the risk of circulatory problems.

If waiting isn't a favorable option, the best course of action is to bathe in warm or hot water to minimize the negative impact on body temperature and significantly affect health.

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