Scientists dive into how cold water shapes your decisions
NCT ID NCT06908447
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 08, 2026 · Updated 31 times
Summary
This study looks at how a brief full-body cold-water bath, compared to warm water, changes the way people make decisions, their mood, and body signals like heart rate and stress hormones. Forty healthy adults aged 18-40 will take part. The goal is to understand if cold exposure can influence risk-taking, food choices, and overall well-being.
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German Institute of Human Nutrition Potsdam-Rehbruecke
RECRUITINGNuthetal, Germany
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