Burning Question: What Is the Best Water Temperature for Your Bath or Shower?

Few things feel better than a hot soak on a cold day. But the right temperature for bathing has been hotly debated since before the time of ancient Rome. One expert, Dr. Melissa Piliang, a dermatologist with the Cleveland Clinic, dives into why young people can handle heat better than old folks and explains why 112 is the magic number.

The Goldilocks bath

Hot water from the tap can run as high as 140 degrees Fahrenheit, but...

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