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Sauna and cold plunge: where does the evidence stand?

The Guardian's Science Weekly by The Guardian

Apr 2, 202600:16:36Religion & Spirituality

Saunas and cold plunge pools are popping up everywhere in the UK, bringing fiery heat and icy cold to a beach, city farm or park near you. Their users will be ready with all the reasons why it’s good for both the mind an...

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Sauna and cold plunge: where does the evidence stand? is an episode from The Guardian's Science Weekly by The Guardian. Saunas and cold plunge pools are popping up everywhere in the UK, bringing fiery heat and icy cold to a beach, city farm...

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Published Apr 2, 2026, 00:16:36 long, audio available.