Spending 24 Hours in a Hot Spring

What If: Science, Theory, and Possibilities · Sep 26, 2025 · 8m

Spa days are the ultimate relaxation retreat. Many people enjoy soaking in warm pools or natural hot springs. But what happens if you immerse yourself in a hot spring for an entire day? Could a 24-hour soak leave you looking like a prune, or might it overheat your internal organs?

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