When I dip, you dip, we dip! Eight reasons baths are the bomb:

1) Soaking in a warm bath raises serotonin levels, improving mood and reducing anxiety.

2) Baths can improve sleep, especially with a few drops of chamomile or lavender essential oil added.

3) A nice soak in a bath with Epsom salts added improves circulation and reduces inflammation, which helps relieve joint pain and muscle soreness.

4) Bathing burns about 140 calories, equivalent to a 30-minute walk.

5) Regular baths can lower blood pressure, reduce body weight, and improve blood sugar control.

6) Baths improve immune function, reducing risk for colds.

7) A warm bath with a little eucalyptus or peppermint essential oil or bath salts helps clear sinus congestion and coughs.

8) Baths calm dry, irritated skin. Add some colloidal oatmeal or sweet almond oil for extra soothing and smoothing.

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