1. High body temperature
1. Increase basal metabolic rate
People with a high basal metabolic rate burn more calories than those with a low body temperature, even without exercise. For every 1°C increase in body temperature, the pulse rate increases by 10 beats per minute, filling the body with fresh oxygen and boosting cellular metabolism, making it less likely for excess fat to accumulate.
2. Active internal organ function
It enhances the activity of digestive enzymes and other enzymes that benefit internal organs. It can prevent constipation, bloating, and frequent urination.
3. Boost immunity
It enhances the function of white blood cells, which can resist foreign viruses and bacteria. It strengthens immunity and improves physical condition.
4. Improved blood circulation
When body temperature is high, blood vessels become more flexible, allowing blood to be transported smoothly to all parts of the body.
5. Regulate autonomic nervous system function and hormone balance
People whose bodies can maintain an average temperature without being affected by the external environment will naturally maintain a balance in their autonomic nervous system and hormone secretion, and will be able to perform normal functions.
II. Four methods to improve questioning and metabolism
1. Improve blood circulation through diet
To maintain body temperature, a balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are essential to ensure the body has sufficient energy. Drastic weight loss and consuming too much cold food can lower body temperature and cause edema.
In addition, it's advisable to consume more foods that promote smooth blood circulation and have antioxidant properties. These foods can prevent cholesterol in the blood from adhering to the walls of blood vessels and hindering blood flow. Furthermore, it's recommended to eat more foods that can lower cholesterol and blood lipids.
2. Increase muscle mass and boost basal metabolic rate
Muscles, which dissipate heat, have a basal metabolic rate that is 50% higher than that of fat, which cools the body. Therefore, increasing muscle mass can not only improve low body temperature but also make the body less prone to weight gain.
Developing a habit of exercise and increasing physical strength can not only improve your physique but also boost your metabolism through sweating. The effects are particularly noticeable in the lower body, which contains 70-80% of the muscles.
3. Take a bath to boost metabolism.
Taking a bath can promote blood circulation throughout the body and improve metabolism. A water temperature of around 40℃ for 20-30 minutes is more effective at warming the body from the inside out than a hot bath. It's important to note that after bathing, while your body is still warm, dry yourself off and put on clothes immediately to prevent heat loss.
4. Improve low body temperature by changing lifestyle habits
(1) Stop drastic weight loss and consume a balanced diet.
A drastic weight loss plan, consisting of just a cup of coffee or milk for breakfast, a simple fruit or noodles for lunch, and a salad for dinner, will lead to insufficient calorie intake and a slowed metabolism. Without calories, the body lacks energy, and a drop in body temperature is inevitable. Therefore, ensuring adequate nutrition is crucial.
(2) Don't drink too many iced beverages.
Besides the fact that iced drinks cause a drop in body temperature due to their coldness, they also cause excess water retention, leading to weakened excretion and an even lower body temperature. While warm drinks are generally more palatable, it's important to limit your intake of beverages containing tea, coffee, and similar substances.
(3) Develop the habit of exercise
Physical activity generates heat in the muscles, raising body temperature. This also improves blood circulation, delivering oxygen throughout the body and promoting the elimination of waste products, thus increasing metabolism. Naturally, body temperature will also rise as a result.
You don't need to deliberately set aside time for exercise; you can start by changing some daily habits, such as taking the stairs instead of the elevator; getting off the bus one or two stops earlier and walking to work; and cleaning your home regularly. These will increase your activity level.
(4) Reduce the use of air conditioning
The human body has a natural ability to regulate its temperature, maintaining a certain level regardless of the external environment. However, spending all day in an air-conditioned room, or using air conditioning all night, can gradually weaken this temperature regulation function, leading to hypothermia. Therefore, the use of air conditioning in summer and heating in winter should be moderated.
(5) Smoke less
Nicotine in cigarettes constricts blood vessels. Therefore, smoking leads to poor blood circulation and a drop in body temperature. Impaired blood flow slows metabolism, causing dry and dull skin. Therefore, it's best to reduce your smoking.
(6) Do not accumulate stress
Stress causes muscle tension, vasoconstriction, and poor blood circulation. In addition, when feeling tense due to stress, the activity of the sympathetic nervous system in the autonomic nervous system becomes more frequent, causing the entire autonomic nervous system to lose its balance, and the body's temperature regulation function will not be able to operate smoothly as a result.
When feeling stressed, it's best to seek ways to relieve it immediately, such as listening to music, watching a movie, or going shopping, to quickly alleviate the stress!
3. Hypothermia
1. Autonomic nervous system function and hormonal balance are affected.
The hypothalamus, responsible for regulating body temperature, is also the center for controlling the autonomic nervous system and hormones. Therefore, low body temperature can affect autonomic nervous system function and cause hormonal imbalances, leading to symptoms such as stiff shoulders, headaches, dizziness, and cold hands and feet. It is also associated with menstrual irregularities and premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
2. Decreased visceral function
When body temperature drops, the functions of various enzymes, including digestive enzymes, that help with the activity of internal organs are also affected. For every 1°C drop in body temperature, the activity of enzymes decreases by 50%, so people are prone to fatigue, constipation, bloating, reduced urination, and other uncomfortable symptoms.
3. Reduced immunity
Bacteria and viruses that invade the human body must rely on white blood cells to fight them off. However, for every 1°C drop in body temperature, the immunity provided by white blood cells decreases by 37%. Therefore, people with hypothermia are more susceptible to catching colds during seasonal changes.
4. Decreased basal metabolic rate
A 1°C increase in body temperature leads to a 12% increase in basal metabolic rate. Low body temperature not only makes it harder for you to burn calories, but it also slows down cell metabolism and worsens skin condition.
