I’m FREEZING.... what gives?
Leannep2201
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It’s winter where I live, and although our winters are usually considered pretty mild, I’ve been absolutely freezing! I’m certain I wasn’t this cold last winter!
We’re talking 4 layers of clothing and 2 blankets on the couch freezing! We have a cold house, but hubby sits there in one layer of long sleeves, no blanket, and laughs at me, so I know it’s not just the house.
Anyone else experienced this whole losing weight?
We’re talking 4 layers of clothing and 2 blankets on the couch freezing! We have a cold house, but hubby sits there in one layer of long sleeves, no blanket, and laughs at me, so I know it’s not just the house.
Anyone else experienced this whole losing weight?
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Any other symptoms? Feeling cold could be a medical condition, I'd get your thyroid checked if you haven't recently.2
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I found that I felt the cold so much more without my nice insulating layer if blubber! One of the few negatives about losing weight.6
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Leannep2201 wrote: »It’s winter where I live, and although our winters are usually considered pretty mild, I’ve been absolutely freezing! I’m certain I wasn’t this cold last winter!
We’re talking 4 layers of clothing and 2 blankets on the couch freezing! We have a cold house, but hubby sits there in one layer of long sleeves, no blanket, and laughs at me, so I know it’s not just the house.
Anyone else experienced this whole losing weight?
That's me, too! I lost 45 lbs of the insulating blanket
And, yes, men are usually much warmer than ladies are, in my experience anyway. 1 -
Me too, I lost ~60 pounds and suddenly I went from being hot all the time to cold. I don’t mind it though, I’d rather be cold than hot any day1
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GemstoneofHeart wrote: »Me too, I lost ~60 pounds and suddenly I went from being hot all the time to cold. I don’t mind it though, I’d rather be cold than hot any day
Same here. Lost 95 lbs and went from hot all the time to freezing. One Positive is I tolerate our high 90s high humidity summers a heck of a lot better.
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Leannep2201 wrote: »It’s winter where I live, and although our winters are usually considered pretty mild, I’ve been absolutely freezing! I’m certain I wasn’t this cold last winter!
We’re talking 4 layers of clothing and 2 blankets on the couch freezing! We have a cold house, but hubby sits there in one layer of long sleeves, no blanket, and laughs at me, so I know it’s not just the house.
Anyone else experienced this whole losing weight?
What do those layers consist of? Turtle necks? Wool? Clothing for women is often much thinner than clothing for men. If you dress properly, there's no reason to be cold inside in winter. You may have to adjust your definition of "dressing properly". I wear a lot of men's clothes in the winter.
I cannot recommend Sorel Manawans more highly. I saved $50 off my electric bill the first month I got them. I wear them with cotton socks under wool socks.
https://www.zappos.com/p/sorel-manawann-marsh/product/7422158/color/70450
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Has your resting heart rate lowered while you have been losing weight? Are your nails growing at a slower rate?
Lower heart rate, slower growing nails, and slightly lower core temperature are all aspects of adaptive thermogenesis, your body's rear guard action to limit the effectiveness of the caloric deficit you're applying!5 -
Any other symptoms? Feeling cold could be a medical condition, I'd get your thyroid checked if you haven't recently.
I had my thyroid checked a few months ago- I have some hormonal issues, so thyroid was checked as part of that- and it was fine. No other symptoms
Thanks for the idea though!1 -
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kshama2001 wrote: »Leannep2201 wrote: »It’s winter where I live, and although our winters are usually considered pretty mild, I’ve been absolutely freezing! I’m certain I wasn’t this cold last winter!
We’re talking 4 layers of clothing and 2 blankets on the couch freezing! We have a cold house, but hubby sits there in one layer of long sleeves, no blanket, and laughs at me, so I know it’s not just the house.
Anyone else experienced this whole losing weight?
What do those layers consist of? Turtle necks? Wool? Clothing for women is often much thinner than clothing for men. If you dress properly, there's no reason to be cold inside in winter. You may have to adjust your definition of "dressing properly". I wear a lot of men's clothes in the winter.
I cannot recommend Sorel Manawans more highly. I saved $50 off my electric bill the first month I got them. I wear them with cotton socks under wool socks.
https://www.zappos.com/p/sorel-manawann-marsh/product/7422158/color/70450
My layers usually consist of 2 cotton, one thermal (yes, wool!), and a fleece jersey. Should be enough to keep me plenty warm! Thanks though.
Looks like others have experienced this too though, which is reassuring! 0 -
Has your resting heart rate lowered while you have been losing weight? Are your nails growing at a slower rate?
Lower heart rate, slower growing nails, and slightly lower core temperature are all aspects of adaptive thermogenesis, your body's rear guard action to limit the effectiveness of the caloric deficit you're applying!
Can’t say I’ve noticed the nails, but my heart rate has lowered by a couple of digits, according to my Fitbit. That’s really interesting- I never knew about adaptive thermogenesis.... it definitely makes sense though!
Thanks for your reply!
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Thanks for the replies.... I’m glad that it seems to be a thing, and it’s not just me!!!!
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Yeah I got cold after significant weight loss. I bought myself an electric blanket. Love that thing.1
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it was 103f near Dallas today, i'm envious1
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I'm in California and rarely cold!1
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I vote for adaptive theromogenesis.3
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Absolutely freezing here in Sydney, Aus. I've taken to wearing a doona around the house, on top of three jumpers, slippers, and with the gas heater on. Definitely feeling the cold more than previous winters.1
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strongwouldbenice wrote: »Absolutely freezing here in Sydney, Aus. I've taken to wearing a doona around the house, on top of three jumpers, slippers, and with the gas heater on. Definitely feeling the cold more than previous winters.
Yeah, I’m sure I wasn’t this bad last winter. Loving my slippers and heater!1 -
I'm warmer when I'm more active, and I'm less active when I'm overweight.1
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Yeah I remember this from the first time I lost. I did look at it as if you had lost a very significant chunk of insulation. I felt better being active so did 30 star jumps or burpees in an ad break or wrapped up in a vest, woolly socks, blanket and even a hat. My husband thought I was mad as he sat there in shorts and t-shirt!1
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psychod787 wrote: »I vote for adaptive theromogenesis.
I am just as hot as ever when I am eating 2600 calories now even though I am at a lower weight than I was before. BUT, I AM FREEZING if I eat <1600. I think less insulation is the main factor, but also eating a lower amount of calories plays a huge role.3 -
I've lost 40 lbs so far - and I'm not cold at all - in fact, I'm the first one in the neighborhood to turn on the A/C in the spring, and the last one to turn it off in the fall!1
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