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Written by Prerna Mittra | Updated : January 6, 2025 8:51 PM IST Famous YouTuber Dhruv Rathee -- who has millions of people following him on social media, where he uploads educational videos on various topics from around the world -- took to Instagram to post a rather daring video of himself snow-dipping in -10 C . Rathee, who calls himself a 'YouTube educator and traveller', was seen wearing only a pair of boxer shorts with nothing to cover his upper body. While it was not clear as to where exactly he posted the video from, the 30-year-old announced his intentions of taking a dive into the snow that seemed to cover everything around him, including the trees and the soil. "Friends, the temperature outside is -10 C. It is snowing. Come, let's take a dive in it," he was heard saying in the video. As Rathee leapt after doing a little warm-up exercise, a warning message flashed on the screen: "Whatever you are about to see in this video can be dangerous. There is a risk of hypothermia and frostbite [when you undertake such activities]. Do not attempt it without training or supervision. If you have any pre-existing health condition, refrain from doing this stunt," Rathee stated in a voiceover. He was later seen taking fast and shallow breaths, exhaling sharply as snow surrounded his entire body and reached his torso area. He even gathered some snow to cover himself, as the person behind the camera asked him if he could 'go any deeper'. "Scientifically, there aren't many studies done on [snow dipping benefits]. But psychologically, I feel motivated when I do this. You do not always need snow to attempt it, you can try it at home by taking a cold shower to find out how much it motivates you." As he proceeded to move towards the warmth and comfort of his house, Rathee's skin turned red. "This is normal; just make sure you do not stay out too long in the cold," he cautioned. More News A post shared by Dhruv Rathee (@dhruvrathee) As mentioned by the YouTuber, one must never attempt such stunts without proper preparation. They must also check with a fitness/health expert before exposing themselves to so much cold. Many parts of India, including Delhi-NCR , are reeling under the effects of severe January cold . While it may not be snowing here, taking cold showers can also cause serious side-effects should one do them without consulting with their doctor. As mentioned by Rathee, hypothermia is a major health risk . It is a medical condition that occurs when the body's core temperature drops below 95 F or 35 C. Hypothermia can be caused by prolonged exposure to cold temperatures; immersion in cold water; wearing inadequate clothing in cold weather; certain medical conditions such as hypothyroidism or diabetes; intake of medications like sedatives or antidepressants. Some signs of hypothermia include shivering, confusion, drowsiness, difficulty speaking, slow heart rate, etc. Some severe symptoms are pale or blue skin, unconsciousness, rigidity of the muscles, etc. In order to prevent it, one must dress warmly by wearing layers of clothing to stay warm in the cold weather . They must also try to stay dry by avoiding getting wet in cold weather. One must also stay active by engaging in regular physical activity and also monitor their temperature. Similarly, frostbite is also a medical condition that occurs when the skin and underlying tissues freeze due to prolonged exposure to cold temperatures. Frostbite can be caused by exposure to cold temperatures of below 32 F or 0 C; exposure to wind chill; wet conditions, and poor blood circulation. To prevent it, one must use protective gear such as gloves, hats, and scarves to protect extremities from cold temperatures , and also dress warmly by wearing layers of clothing. Don’t Miss Out on the Latest Updates. Subscribe to Our Newsletter Today! Enroll for our free updates Thank You for Subscribing Thanks for Updating Your Information None
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