I lost a lot of weight (yay!) but now I'm cold. All. The. Time.
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Anonymous
| I lost over 60 lbs and I'm also MUCH colder than I used to be. If you are exercising (I am) then your resting heart rate is probably lower. I'm thinking that might have something to do with it. Plus there is not a layer of fat to keep us warm any more. |
Anonymous
| Yep. I think this is just normal. We joked about separating men from women in my large office so that the women's side would be warmer than the men's. Men and larger women weigh more and are warmer as a result. |
Anonymous
| Might just be your new normal! The only time I haven’t been freezing constantly is when I was pregnant and gained 40+ pounds. My blood counts are totally normal for anemia etc (and I get them often since I have a clotting disorder that isn’t related to feeling cold). Think about warm socks, scarves, and smart layers! |
Anonymous
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Buy some silk long underwear. Silk camisoles too. It's lightweight and not bulky and adds warmth.
Wool socks are key too. Smart wool makes good one, but they are pricey. They last forever though. Also might be the time to invest in some nice cashmere. I'd get some Uggs to wear around the house or casually around town. Ugg slippers and boots. |
Anonymous
| Get your thyroid checked, too. A few years ago, I noticed that I was cold all the time (except when I'm suddenly burning up) and that was around the time my thyroid apparently started acting up. (I gained 13 lbs in a short time, so my doctor decided to check the thyroid.) |
Anonymous
I’m in the same boat, OP. My labs are all normal, but since I lost a significant amount of weight, I’m always cold. Like long sleeve cardigans in July cold. I had a fever recently and was warm then, until the chills set in  My doctor said it’s not uncommon after huge weight losses for people to be cold, and it’s not necessarily indicative of a problem. It might get better or it might be my new normal. Time will tell.
I layer and keep those little microwaveable rice hand warmers in my pockets at home. I sleep with tons of blankets. Wool socks. Hats really help me feel warm. I’ve switched from candy in my stocking to warm accessories like gloves and warm socks at Christmas. My heated mattress pad is a lifesaver. This has probably been going on for about 2 years. |
Anonymous
OP is 160 and probably more like a 10 than a 4 unless she’s 6 feet tall. |
Anonymous
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I have lost 30 pounds and feel it too.
Get some UnderAmour cold gear fitting mock turtle necks and wear under clothes. That was the only saving grace while walking the dog this morning at 15-degrees. |
Anonymous
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I would get bloodwork done - thyroid, iron, etc.
More likely hormonal changes from the weight loss more than the actual weight loss. You're still well insulated at 160.
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Anonymous
That’s kind of a shitty thing to say. You’ve done wonderfully OP. Congrats on the weight loss. |
Anonymous
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OP here, thanks (mostly) everyone! I will take all of the layering tips into account (I'm actually about to go on Amazon and order a few items recommended in this thread). Getting my iron checked is a good idea too. I had mild anemia when I was a teenager.
For those wondering, yes, at 160 and a size 10 I'm more "well insulated" than a size 4. Doesn't change the fact that I'm still cold.
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Anonymous
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I think it's just less insulation. I was texting with a friend of mine 2 days ago when the temperature really dropped, and said I had on 2 layers of pants, 3 of shirts, a scarf, and a hat- indoors.
He said I have no body fat and I should put on a burrito. |
Anonymous
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I was an olympic weightlifter for several years and I remember a discussion with my coach about why the smaller women (under 75kg) could train at a higher intensity for extended periods over a heavier woman (75kg+). He said it’s because your vascular system is the same size, regardless of your body weight (and body fat). The smaller women were able to recover faster because their vascular system wasn’t attempting to service as large of an area.
My guess is that when you lose a significant amount of weight it takes time for your body to regulate those processes and that it may never function as if you were never overweight. |
Anonymous
| Hormonal changes and thyroid. Probably just a coincidence with the weightloss. If you were a size 2, and very "bony" it might be the reason, but sounds like a potential thyroid issue. It is very common with Hashis. |
Anonymous
| Your metabolism is likely slowed down due to dieting. |