• I have flu or cold. Is it ok to still do cold showers first thing in the morning?

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    advises against deliberate cold exposure such as cold showers or ice baths if you are feeling unwell due to a cold, flu or other form of virus or bacterial infection. He recommends staying out of cold exposure and opting for warmer practices such as hot baths or showers instead. However, if you are just feeling a little rundown, a hot shower followed by rest is probably the best advice. It is essential to avoid deliberate cold exposure if you're already ill to prevent exacerbating the condition 1.

    So if you are currently experiencing symptoms of flu or a cold, it would be advisable to skip the cold showers and allow your body to focus on recovery using warmth and rest.

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