Why Are You Always Cold? 5 Reasons That Have Nothing to Do with Your Clothes

We all encounter them from time to time: those people who are always shivering, no matter what they do. Why does this really happen, and does it make sense? The answer is: absolutely. Even when dressed warmly, there can be other underlying reasons for constantly feeling cold that have nothing to do with the number of layers on your body.

Here are some common factors that may contribute to feeling cold:

Low Body Fat

It's no secret that people with more body fat tend to feel less cold. This is because their body fat provides them with some insulation from the chill. So, individuals with less body fat might feel the cold more intensely as they have a thinner 'insulating layer' to retain warmth.

Poor Blood Circulation

Poor blood circulation, also known as peripheral artery disease, refers to a condition where there is reduced blood flow to certain parts of the body, often affecting the arms and legs. This can occur for various reasons: plaque buildup, where fatty deposits accumulate in the arteries, blood clots, where small clots block arteries or veins, or diabetes, where high blood sugar levels can damage blood vessels and lead to circulation problems.

Underactive Thyroid

An underactive thyroid slows down metabolism, which can lead to feeling cold, anemia, which is a deficiency in red blood cells that carry oxygen to tissues, and dehydration, which affects circulation and can lead to a constant feeling of cold.

Anemia

A lack of red blood cells responsible for transporting oxygen to tissues can definitely make you feel cold. When the skin isn’t 'breathing,' we feel the cold more intensely.

Dehydration

Not drinking enough water can impact the quality of blood flow, making it harder for your body to stay warm.