Endocrine Effects of Repeated Hot Thermal Stress and Cold Water Immersion in Young Adult Men

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A recent study by Podstawski et al. (March/April 2021) showing that sauna significantly decreases cortisol levels but does not directly change testosterone, DHEA, or prolactin, while cold water immersion has mixed effects.

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A recent study by Podstawski et al. (March/April 2021) showing that sauna significantly decreases cortisol levels but does not directly change testosterone, DHEA, or prolactin, while cold water immersion has mixed effects.