The professor confirmed that persistently cold feet could be a sign of various health problems, including hypothermia, arteriosclerosis, metabolic disorders, and anemia.
She explained that hypothermia is the primary cause, noting that it leads to local disturbances in blood circulation, accompanied by mild vascular spasms and a weakened immune system, and its effect increases in cases of prolonged emotional stress, malnutrition, sleep disorders, and the presence of chronic diseases.
The second reason is arteriosclerosis, which causes narrowing of the blood vessels in the lower extremities and slows blood flow, increasing the feeling of coldness in the feet.
Professor Larina added that people with cardiovascular disease, lipid metabolism disorders, and diabetes, especially the elderly, are most susceptible to this problem. She pointed out that diabetes can damage small blood vessels (capillaries), impeding blood flow to the extremities. Certain endocrine disorders can also disrupt metabolism, affecting the body's ability to exchange heat and deliver energy to cells, thus increasing sensitivity to cold.
She also pointed out that low hemoglobin levels and a lack of oxygen in the tissues contribute to the body feeling cold, especially in the extremities.
