Just One Thing - with Michael Mosley
Cold Therapy - Ep 1: Colder Room
Nov 29, 2023
Discover the potential health benefits of cold therapy, including improved metabolic health, protection against type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, and mood enhancement. Explore the mechanisms and effects of maintaining body temperature at 37 degrees Celsius. Learn about the impact of cold therapy on the human body and the role of a specific protein in regulating glucose metabolism. Find out how gradual exposure to colder temperatures can improve sugar and fat metabolism. Uncover the benefits of cold therapy and gender differences in cold sensitivity.
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- Turning down the thermostat by a few degrees can improve metabolic health and potentially protect against type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
- Living in a cooler environment can lead to improved glucose metabolism, reduced blood pressure, and the potential stimulation of brown adipose tissue.
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Lowering the Thermostat for Health Benefits
One simple and cost-effective way to improve metabolic health is by turning down the thermostat by a few degrees. Studies suggest that living in a cooler environment, around 15 degrees Celsius, can have positive effects on metabolic health, including improving glucose metabolism, reducing blood pressure, and potentially protecting against type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Adapting to the cold can lead to decreased shivering response and increased comfort in colder temperatures. Additionally, cold acclimation may even stimulate the production of brown adipose tissue, which can help in reducing cholesterol, combating obesity, and limiting the growth of some cancers.
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