Hot water is more powerful than one might think. In fact, there are quite a few definite health benefits to be gained. Hot water is actually exercise for your blood vessels. This is because water creates physical pressure on the body and so increases the capacity of the heart. It relaxes our body and prepares us for falling asleep. Joint pain or small sports injuries can be relieved with a hot bath. A good soak in hot water after a shower can open up the pores in our skin which is perfect to try one of our natural homemade facials.