Your Guide to Beating the Common Cold with a Hot Tub!

The cold weather season is upon us, and with it … the common cold. Unfortunately, there’s no cure yet, but there are several things you can do to help alleviate the most miserable symptoms. The easiest, and probably the most fun way to tackle cold and flu, is to take a nice, long soak in the healing waters of your spa. Here’s your guide to beating the common cold with a hot tub.

Fever Fake Out

Common colds come from viruses, which means antibiotics aren’t an option. However, you can help your own body fight the invading germs by creating a “fake fever”. Heat works to kill the virus, and soaking in your hot tub is the perfect way to raise your core body temperature. If you’re already running a fever, instead of reaching for that Tylenol, try to let it run its course. Slipping into your swirling spa will give your “real fever” a bit of a boost, and will help you maintain your natural heat longer. Regular hot tub sessions are also a great practice to keep your immune system healthy and strong throughout the cold and flu season.

Bye Bye Body Aches

With a fever comes body aches, chills, headaches. But, even if you’re not running an actual temperature, it’s not uncommon for pain and stiffness to seep into your joints and muscles. Especially if you’re having to sleep in an unnatural position to accommodate congestion. Since your hot tub is made to treat pain, it absolutely CAN help you manage body aches from cold and flu viruses. Try to soak at least 20 minutes, every 3 to 4 hours to help stay on top of aches and pains.

Breathe in, Breathe Out

One of the most popular treatments for stuffy noses and chest congestion is steam. And, no wonder, because it ACTUALLY works! But, if standing over a pot of boiling water seems a bit too old fashioned, you can always rely on your hot tub for premium steam. The heat from your spa is amazingly effective at opening sinuses, and you can always add some healing salve like Vicks under your nose for super quick relief.

Rest Well, Feel Even Better

If you’ve ever scheduled your hot tub soak before bedtime, you know firsthand how quickly you fall asleep afterwards. Trying to get a good night’s rest while sick is almost impossible, unless you chug that stomach churning cold medicine. Rest is vitally important when you’re under the weather, so if you’ve never done it before, now is the perfect time for a nighttime soak in the spa to relax and rest.

Start feeling your best all year round with a Bahama Spas hot tub! Come on down to Bonnie & Clyde’s showroom in Fort Worth, Texas, or shop our amazing selection online and get a steal of a deal! There’s no better way of beating the common cold than with a hot tub! We also carry spa accessories and water care products of the highest-quality, so you can rest assured your hot tub owning experience will be the best ever. Contact us today!