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"An airbath of Mother Nature's gentle breeze is the most divine refreshment for both body and soul, invigorating our spirits and washing away the grime of daily life."
Benjamin Franklin, the founding father and polymath, was known for his eccentricities and innovative thinking.
Franklin famously practiced "air baths" - which he believed had health benefits.
Benjamin Franklin discovered the concept of air baths when he found the effects of fresh air on his health.
He would go on to make air baths a daily ritual of exposing his body to the elements.
Franklin would stand or sit naked in a private room with the windows wide open. During this process, he would focus on contemplative activities while allowing the air to interact with his skin.
He would perform this routine throughout the year despite skepticism from others.
Franklin believed that fresh air could purify the body and promote overall health.
He claimed the baths could prevent illnesses like common colds, invigorate the mind, and stimulate creativity.
None of this has been proven by modern science.
Franklin would expose himself to varying temperatures as he thought this would invigorate his body and improve circulation.
He liked to practice with cool morning air to energize himself and loved the warm afternoon sun to relax.
Franklin believed in moderation in all things, including cold and warm air.
Benjamin Franklin emphasized the importance of proper ventilation, especially in bedrooms, believing it crucial for good sleep and health.
Many of these ideas are used in modern architectural design as our understanding of fresh air has become more critical to health.
Today, some people follow Benjamin Franklin's footsteps in airbaths. But in a more extreme way.
Ice baths and cold showers are on the rise.
Many health influencers claim the health benefits and well-being that Franklin announced many years ago.
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