Ask the doctor: What can you do if you constantly feel cold?
Ask the doctor
All winter my mother complained about feeling cold, even though the heat was turned up and she was wearing plenty of warm clothing. Now that summer is here she is still complaining of feeling cold. Her doctor did lab work and everything was normal. Why is she always so cold?There isn't anything you can do about the first two causes, but exercise that increases muscle mass can help reduce the effect of the third change. Getting your mother involved in an exercise class might be the best way to help her feel warmer.
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