Can taking a bath cause a stroke? 3 bathing habits that should be changed as soon as possible

Bathing is one of the essential activities in our daily life, which can keep us clean and healthy. However, sometimes our bathing habits may bring us unexpected harm.

A recent tragedy serves as a wake-up call for us to change the following three bathing habits as soon as possible to ensure our safety and health.

1. Don’t take a long bath

Although taking a bath can help us relax and relieve fatigue, taking a bath for too long can have adverse effects on our body. Taking a bath for a long time can make our skin overly moist, leading to water loss and even skin infection.
Taking a bath for too long is not good for the body. It is generally recommended to control the bathing time within 30 minutes each time. For the elderly, children and patients with cardiovascular diseases, it is recommended to control the bathing time within 20 minutes. Taking a bath for too long can easily lead to overexcitement of the sympathetic nerves, put too much burden on the heart, and increase the risk of cardiovascular accidents.

2. Don’t use overheated water to take a bath

In winter, everyone likes to set the temperature of the hot water very high when taking a bath, because only high water temperature can remove the coldness in the body. However, you should know that if the water temperature is too high, it will cause the moisture on the surface of the skin to evaporate too quickly, thereby taking away the oil on the surface. The skin will become drier and drier after washing. Without the protection of oil, the skin's resistance will also decrease, so it is easy to suffer from some skin diseases.
At the same time, if the water temperature is too high, it will cause the human body's blood vessels to dilate and the blood flow rate to accelerate. However, the bathroom is a place with relatively poor air circulation. If you stay in such a confined space with a lot of water vapor and high water temperature for a long time, the human brain is prone to hypoxia and people are more prone to dizziness. If you faint and fall in the bathroom, the consequences will be disastrous.

3. Pay attention to anti-slip measures

In the bathroom, the floor is often slippery due to moisture and soap residue, which increases the risk of falling. Especially for the elderly or those with limited mobility, it is even more important to pay attention to anti-slip measures.
We can lay anti-slip mats on the bathroom floor or use anti-slip slippers to keep our feet dry to reduce the risk of falling. In addition, we should also keep the bathroom well ventilated to avoid stagnant water and water vapor to breed bacteria and avoid slippery situations.

Bathing is a necessity in our daily life, but while enjoying bathing, we should also pay attention to the following three habits: do not take a bath for a long time, do not use overheated water to bathe, and pay attention to anti-slip measures.

These small changes can help us protect our bodies and health while taking a bath. I hope everyone can pay attention to these bathing habits to avoid similar tragedies from happening again. Let bathing become a pleasure for us to stay healthy, rather than a trap for life.

How can we prevent sudden strokes in autumn and winter? In autumn and winter, the risk of sudden strokes may increase. Here are some suggestions for preventing sudden strokes:

1. Control blood pressure: Hypertension is one of the main causes of sudden cerebral infarction. Measure blood pressure regularly. If you have high blood pressure, it is recommended to take antihypertensive drugs as recommended by your doctor and maintain a healthy lifestyle, such as moderate exercise, limiting salt intake, quitting smoking and limiting alcohol consumption.

2. Healthy diet: A balanced diet is very important for preventing sudden stroke. Increasing the intake of vegetables and fruits, reducing the intake of saturated fat and cholesterol, and choosing low-salt and low-fat foods can help control blood pressure and blood lipids and reduce the risk of stroke.

3. Moderate exercise: Autumn and winter are prone to make people lazy, but moderate exercise can promote blood circulation and strengthen the cardiovascular system. Choose a suitable exercise method, such as walking, jogging, swimming, etc., and insist on at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week.

4. Control your weight: Obesity is one of the factors that induce high blood pressure and high blood lipids, and increases the risk of sudden stroke. Maintaining a proper weight and controlling weight through a healthy diet and exercise can help reduce the risk of stroke.

5. Reduce stress: Long-term stress and tension will increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Learn to cope with stress, relieve stress through relaxation techniques (such as deep breathing, meditation, music, etc.), and maintain a positive and optimistic attitude.

6. Regular work and rest: Maintaining good sleep and a regular work and rest time is crucial to preventing sudden incidents of cerebral infarction. Developing good sleeping habits and ensuring adequate sleep time every day will help maintain normal physiological functions and blood circulation.

7. Regular physical examinations: Regular physical examinations can detect and control potential risk factors early, such as high blood pressure, high blood lipids and diabetes. Timely medication and lifestyle changes can effectively reduce the risk of sudden cerebral infarction.