Cold water is dangerous for the heart

Feeling dizzy? Choking? Perhaps this is due to the fact that your body has come into contact with the cold water! Low water temperature increases the load on the cardiovascular system and blood circulation, warn the doctor.

We all know about the benefits of a contrast shower, loves to jump into the hole after a bath and a dip in the holy sources, after which our bodies become red as the peppers. But, cold water   useful not all people. Those who have any heart problems and   circulation, it can cause disturbing symptoms.

The health magazine Harvard Health Letter One reader sent a letter: "I tried to go to their pool of the sports center, which was located outdoors. I held my breath, dizziness and weakness appeared. Is this due to the water?"

"You were very wise, when they decided to hurry out of the water, - said in the journal, Dr. Thomas Lee of Boston Partners Healthcare System. - Our bodies are very specifically respond to stimuli such as cold water . Firstly, the blood vessels are narrowed to keep warm. This may affect the undesired cardiovascular activity, cause heart problems . Secondly, there are changes in the respiratory mode, which is dangerous for asthmatics. Even the most simple swimming, or just walking in the water - an extra load on the heart. "

Dr. Li advised the man to make a cardiogram and conduct other tests of heart activity. If no violation is detected, then the person is more likely, extreme sensitivity to cold.

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