Winter Cold-Water Bath & Nasal BreathingEnglish – Part 2 (Deep Explanation & Practical Insight)The Role of Stress in ImmunityOne of the most important but often misunderstood factors affecting immunity is stress.The immune system works best when the body is in balance. Chronic stress:Weakens immune responseIncreases inflammationDisrupts sleepRaises cortisol levelsCold-water exposure, when done briefly and voluntarily, creates short-term stress that is different from chronic stress
Winter Cold-Water Bath & Nasal Breathing English – Part 2 (Deep Explanation & Practical Insight) The Role of Stress in Immunity One of the most important but often misunderstood factors affecting immunity is stress. The immune system works best when the body is in balance. Chronic stress: Weakens immune response Increases inflammation Disrupts sleep Raises cortisol levels Cold-water exposure, when done briefly and voluntarily, creates short-term stress that is different from chronic stress. This type of stress: Trains the nervous system Improves stress tolerance Helps the body recover faster This is one reason cold exposure is sometimes linked to improved immune resilience. Nervous System Adaptation and Immunity Cold-water bathing activates the autonomic nervous system, especially: The sympathetic system (alert mode) initially The parasympathetic system (recovery mode) afterward With regular, safe practice: The body learns to switch back to calm mode faster Heart ra...