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What Happens to Your Body When You Splash Cold Water on Your Face
Splashing cold water on your face triggers a real survival reflex — here's what's actually happening Have you ever tried this when you were stressed or panicking? Did it actually work?
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Splashing cold water on your face triggers a real survival reflex — here's what's actually happening Have you ever tried this when you were stressed or panicking? Did it actually work?
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Cold water on your face can actually slow your heart. It's called the diving reflex — a survival response mammals evolved underwater. And the nerve it activates — the vagus nerve — is the same one tied to anxiety and panic. Cold water on your face activates it, which may help dial down a stress response fast. Next time you're overwhelmed, try it — and follow for more like this.