{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"321 - The Pros and Cons of Cold Plunges & Antibiotics Plus Tips for Healthy Living with Alexandra & Jason","description":""I have wondered if heart attacks could be an issue because it is a shock to the body when you walk into a cold shower. I don\u2019t know. When you did those plunges, did you sort of slowly go in, or did you go in all at once because it\u2019s easier that way?" -Alexandra Paul "No. I go all in, all at once. For me, if I do the gradual process\u2014where I\u2019m just dipping a toe in, literally just dipping a toe in\u2014the feedback that my mind will give me is: \u2018Danger, danger, danger. Do not do this.\u2019 So I do it because I want to override that fear response and the danger signals that my brain is telling me. And I\u2019m grateful. I\u2019m like, \u2018Thank you so much for those signals. You\u2019re working. Excellent. And we\u2019re going to go and do this.\u2019 So I will literally just go right in\u2026" -Jason Wrobel In this episode, Alexandra and Jason dive into the hot and cold of wellness\u2014literally, exploring the pros and cons of cold plunging, from its potential benefits for mental health, inflammation, and immunity to the risks you should know before taking the plunge. They also tackle the rise of superbugs, antibiotic resistance, what\u2019s causing it, how it can impact you, and how you can protect yourself. Plus, Alexandra shares her personal experiences with antibiotics, her best advice for restoring gut health, and her go-to tips for staying healthy and happy! Podcast sponsor: Vedge Vegan Collagen: vedgenutrition.com \u2013 use code S4G for 30% off your order. - https:\/\/www.vedgenutrition.com\/ What we discuss in this episode: The history and evolution of antibiotic use. How to protect yourself in hospital settings. The link between animal protein consumption and antibiotic resistance. What cold plunging involves and how it works. The power of setting boundaries.  The importance of staying present and grounded. How volunteering can enrich your life. Resources: Health effects of voluntary exposure to cold water \u2013 a continuing subject of debate - PMC Association of Diet and Antimicrobial Resistance in Healthy U.S. Adults - PubMed   Click the link below to support the FISCAL Act https:\/\/switch4good.org\/fiscal-act\/ Share the website and get your resources here https:\/\/kidsandmilk.org\/ Send us a voice message and ask a question. We want to hear from you! Switch4Good.org\/podcast Dairy-Free Swaps Guide: Easy Anti-Inflammatory Meals, Recipes, and Tips https:\/\/switch4good.org\/dairy-free-swaps-guide SUPPORT SWITCH4GOOD https:\/\/switch4good.org\/support-us\/ \u2605\u2606\u2605 JOIN OUR PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP \u2605\u2606\u2605  https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/podcastchat \u2605\u2606\u2605 SWITCH4GOOD WEBSITE \u2605\u2606\u2605 https:\/\/switch4good.org\/ \u2605\u2606\u2605 ONLINE STORE \u2605\u2606\u2605 https:\/\/shop.switch4good.org\/shop\/ \u2605\u2606\u2605 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM \u2605\u2606\u2605 https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/Switch4Good\/ \u2605\u2606\u2605 LIKE US ON FACEBOOK \u2605\u2606\u2605 https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Switch4Good\/ \u2605\u2606\u2605 FOLLOW US ON TWITTER \u2605\u2606\u2605 https:\/\/twitter.com\/Switch4GoodOrg \u2605\u2606\u2605 AMAZON STORE \u2605\u2606\u2605 https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/shop\/switch4good \u2605\u2606\u2605 DOWNLOAD THE ABILLION APP \u2605\u2606\u2605 https:\/\/app.abillion.com\/users\/switch4good ","author_name":"Switch4Good","author_url":"https:\/\/switch4good.org\/","html":"