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The Jordan Harbinger Show

1046: Hydrotherapy | Skeptical Sunday

Sep 8, 2024
01:15:24
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Jessica Wynn, a hydrotherapy expert, dives into the murky waters of wellness myths surrounding hydrotherapy. She reveals that many supposed benefits lack solid scientific backing, especially for healthy folks. The eight-glasses-a-day rule? Just a beverage company myth! Extreme temperature swings can even be risky. While certain hydrotherapy practices may assist in pain management or childbirth, moderation and medical advice are key. Jessica encourages listeners to question popular trends while understanding their own hydration needs.
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Quick takeaways

  • Hydrotherapy lacks strong scientific support for its general benefits, especially for healthy individuals, making many claims questionable.
  • Drinking eight glasses of water daily is a myth, as hydration is best regulated by individual thirst signals rather than strict guidelines.

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Understanding Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy encompasses the use of water in various forms to promote health and treat specific ailments. It includes practices that involve water, ice, and steam at different temperatures and pressures. Though hydrotherapy has been utilized for centuries across various cultures, from ancient Rome to modern spas, scientific evidence supporting its efficacy is sparse. Despite its long-standing use, the limited studies available often focus on specific health conditions, leaving a gap in credible data for its general benefits.

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