We often see applying cold water(mostly on the nape of the neck) release *stress and gives the feeling of instant relief from exhaustion..*and that being the instant reset button of your entire Nervous system.
As I have experienced many times ..for being exhausted mentally & physically by the work load and still you have to stand up for the remaining work and that simple the water (cold water) application at the nape of the neck gives relief instantly..
Do You know the Science behind it??
• Vagya nerve activation :
Cold shocks the vagus nerve and stimulates it for "rest & digest" than "flight & fight"..
• Reduce cortisol :
Research indicates that applying a cold pack to the nape of the neck can reduce the levels of the stress hormone cortisol by about 23%.
• Transform panic to ease:
This simple technique calms down the nervous sympathetic system and slows the heart rate, decreases blood pressure,and easing physical panic symptoms...
And that’s why Some traditional practices use cold exposure by deep diving to enhance alertness and mental clarity.
Also that’s why sports person always do the same thing..as we mostly see advertisements or in real..they put water over themselves to cool down after running or in between matches..
Have you ever experienced something like this for relaxation?
MBH/PS