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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

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Deliberate cold exposure, like taking a cold shower, might help relieve hangover symptoms by increasing epinephrine levels, which can aid in alcohol clearance.

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What Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health

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What Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health

08/22/22

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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

@ Andrew Huberman

To safely use deliberate cold exposure for hangover recovery, aim for one to three minutes in cold water, which can spike adrenaline and dopamine levels.

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Andrew Huberman

10/31/23

@ Chris Williamson

Deliberate cold exposure, such as cold showers or ice baths, offers distinct benefits compared to other self-imposed stressors due to the immediate onset of stress it creates.

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Andrew Huberman

10/31/23

@ Chris Williamson

Deliberate cold exposure triggers a unique adrenaline response that is difficult to replicate with other activities, making it a potent tool for mental resilience.

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Andrew Huberman

04/03/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Cold exposure triggers adrenaline release, which increases metabolism and fat burning, particularly through shivering.

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Andrew Huberman

08/22/22

@ Andrew Huberman

Drinking more alcohol to alleviate a hangover is a myth; it only delays the inevitable worsening of the hangover. Ingesting more alcohol to relieve a hangover is a bad idea and should be avoided.

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Andrew Huberman

04/19/22

@ Lex Clips

Cold showers post-training do not significantly hinder training effects compared to full cold water immersion, providing some mental benefits without the same metabolic effects.

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Andrew Huberman

04/03/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Cold exposure can stimulate shivering, which helps in burning fat and converting white fat to brown fat, aiding in fat oxidation.

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Ryan Soave

04/21/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Experiencing discomfort through practices like cold plunges can help us build resilience and learn to navigate stress more effectively.

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Andrew Huberman

08/08/22

@ Andrew Huberman

To wake up effectively, increase your core body temperature quickly by taking a cold shower or ice bath for one to three minutes.