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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Science
Josh Gabbatiss

FOUND: Snow monkeys use hot springs as spa therapy to reduce stress - What They Never Told You

For many people, a hot bath is the perfect way to end a stressful day – and according to a new study, the same is true for monkeys.

Scientists observing a group of monkeys famous for bathing in hot springs have found their unusual behaviour decreases stress, as well as helping them stay warm.

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