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Show Bewnre of the Cold Bath. The cold bath in the morning is not so popular as it was formerly. There Is much energy expended in the reaction reac-tion and just at the time of day when this energy is at its lowest ebb. Then, too, cold water has very little cleansing cleans-ing effect Very hot water stimulates the nerves, which is the effect we are seeking from the cold water, while It does not demand the energy of reaction re-action of the latter. The duration ofi the morning bath should be as short as possible hardly longer than the mere application of the water to the skin followed by a brisk rubbing. However, many prefer a cool sponge bath in the morning, and if this is followed fol-lowed by a warm glow and a feeling of well-being, It certainly Is beneficial. Many people are not strong enough to react well. A hot bath at night ia most cleansing and restful. General bathing must be regulated by Individual Individ-ual peculiarities. Emma E. Walker, M. D., in Ladies' Home Journal. |