10 Hypothyroidism Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #3: Cold Intolerance
Heat is a by-product of burning calories. In cases of hypothyroidism, because of a slower basal metabolism, a person will burn fewer calories than normal and a great part of these calories will be stored as fat, which explains the weight gain. The fewer calories you burn, less heat you will generate.
Hypothyroidism also affects the brown fat in the body, which is a special type of fat. This brown fat generates heat and maintains body temperature in cold climates. If you recently noticed a cold intolerance which you did not have in the past, then you should think of hypothyroidism and get checked.
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