Ayurveda's Summer Bathing Secret: Lukewarm or Cold Water? Expert Reveals Truth

• Dr. Saroj Gautam, Ayurvedacharya, states that while cold water is preferred in summer for instant freshness, Ayurveda suggests fresh water is generally more beneficial.
• Ayurveda views bathing as a way to balance body and mind, relieving fatigue, improving sleep, and maintaining vitality.
• In summer, fresh water is ideal for both drinking and bathing to maintain the body's natural balance.
• Lukewarm water can be beneficial in summer for specific conditions like cold, cough, allergies, body stiffness, or body aches.
• Ayurveda strictly advises against pouring hot water on the head in any season, as it can weaken hair and eyesight; the head should always be washed with fresh water.