Naked Science Forum

Life Sciences => Physiology & Medicine => Topic started by: neilep on 03/02/2008 23:30:39

Title: Why Does One Feel Tired After A Bath ?
Post by: neilep on 03/02/2008 23:30:39

Dear Bath & Bath related Experts,

See this thing ?

 [ Invalid Attachment ]

It's called a bath !!...people, I am told , fill it with hot water, disrobe, and then get in it !...and they do something called....wosheeng !!...(sorry...not too sure if I've spelled that right).....and they use something called sope ? (again...sp ?)

LOL...I mean ...c'mon ??

Anyway, I have been told that in a lot of cases, one feels tired after enjoying a bath !!

Why ?........any ideas ?

Title: Why Does One Feel Tired After A Bath ?
Post by: another_someone on 03/02/2008 23:40:54

Hot baths can cause your capillaries to dilate, which can cause a drop in blood pressure.  I would imagine a cold bath would have the opposite effect.

But then, I am not a bath expert, since I much prefer showers.

Title: Why Does One Feel Tired After A Bath ?
Post by: Karen W. on 03/02/2008 23:54:31

I think it helps your muscles relax also!

Title: Why Does One Feel Tired After A Bath ?
Post by: DoctorBeaver on 04/02/2008 00:00:04

I get tired after playing with my submarine in the bath  [:I]

Title: Why Does One Feel Tired After A Bath ?
Post by: JimBob on 04/02/2008 00:46:41

Your body must work more to dissipate the heat of the bath. This cause the tiredness. It is why after a sauna Scandinavians take a dip in the snow. It cools the body off rapidly and thus allows the body to recover.

Title: Why Does One Feel Tired After A Bath ?
Post by: DoctorBeaver on 04/02/2008 07:40:20

Jim - if that's the case then why don't we feel tired after having been out in the cold & shivering?

Title: Why Does One Feel Tired After A Bath ?
Post by: muaazab on 06/02/2008 11:14:21

I don't think exact like that you said. I don't think bath may make you feel tired or lazy. However cold water bath is harmful for low blood pressure.

Title: Why Does One Feel Tired After A Bath ?
Post by: Karen W. on 06/02/2008 14:56:42

OH I really dislike cold water baths or showers.. luke warm if its super hot..

Usually a warm bath or shower helps my muscles relax and feel less tense... Its similar

to a heating pad for me for tired sore muscles, if you use it long enough. I believe

hot spring(water therapy has been used for many types of muscle injuries as it helps

promote blood circulation etc.....