Why do some people feel cold after eating?

Written By ندى ماهر عبدربه on 2023/11/23

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.

<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr">Arabia Weather - Your body temperature changes naturally after eating, and although this slight change in internal temperature may pass without drawing attention, feeling cold after eating may be related to several natural reasons, including the type of food you eat or Even with your dietary pattern, this phenomenon could be the result of hormonal effects or digestive processes. In this article, we will answer the question that comes to us when we feel cold after eating?</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Why do some people feel cold after eating?</h2><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> You may feel hot in your body after consuming a hot drink or food, but experiencing cold shivers after eating is not uncommon for many people. However, this commonly happens after eating ice cream or any cold food, especially in the winter when The limbs of the body cool, and slight shivering begins.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The foods we eat daily clearly affect body temperature and during the digestion process, and a natural change in temperature occurs due to chemical reactions, according to a report published by <strong>the Health Shots website.</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> In general, eating is accompanied by a slight increase in body temperature. However, feeling cold rather than warm, especially after eating hot, steaming food, may be a cause for concern.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Here are some reasons why a person may feel cold after eating:</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><h2 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Reasons why one may feel cold after eating</h2><h3 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Hypothyroidism</h3><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The function of the digestive system decreases in a way that affects the levels of thyroid hormones, resulting in a decrease in heat production in the body and as a result, the individual may experience a feeling of coldness even after eating.</p><h3 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Eat fewer calories</h3><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Total calories consumed regulate energy production and body temperature. However, long-term calorie-restricted dieting can lead to a decrease in body temperature. In addition, inadequate nutrition may cause hypothermia.</p><h3 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Intermittent fasting</h3><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Long hours of fasting reduce blood sugar and put the body in a state of stress, which results in a lower core body temperature during intermittent fasting.</p><h3 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Cold foods and drinks</h3><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Eating cold foods or drinks in general can cause a feeling of coldness, causing a slight drop in body temperature.</p><h3 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Anemia</h3><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> People with anemia often feel cold even after eating.</p><h3 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Peripheral neuropathy; Due to uncontrolled diabetes</h3><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Peripheral neuropathy, a type of nerve damage caused by uncontrolled diabetes, may cause you to lose the cold sensation after eating a meal. </p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads-2020/%D9%84%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%B0%D8%A7%20%D9%8A%D8%B4%D8%B9%D8%B1%20%D8%A8%D8%B9%D8%B6%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B4%D8%AE%D8%A7%D8%B5%20%D8%A8%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A8%D8%B1%D8%AF%20%D8%A8%D8%B9%D8%AF%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D9%83%D9%84%D8%9F.jpg" style="width: 401px; height: 600px;" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Also know:</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <a href="https://www.arabiaweather.com/ar/content/%D8%B4%D8%B1%D8%A8-%D8%A7%D9%84... cold water before going out in the winter..Does it protect you from colds?</a></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <a href="https://www.arabiaweather.com/ar/content/6-%D9%86%D8%B5%D8%A7%D8%A6%D8%A... tips to stay safe in heavy rain</a></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p>

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.


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