As temperatures drop, zip up that coat, pull on a hat and gloves and be mindful of how much time you’re exposed to the elements, especially if you’re an older adult or have an underlying ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It's all about holding on to the heat you have. Jason Rosewel/Unsplash, CC BY Whether waiting for a bus, playing outside or ...

We like to think of ourselves as hardy Wisconsinites, capable of braving the bitter cold to enjoy life during the winter. But over the next few days, when forecasts predict wind chills as low as minus ...

The thought of stepping into an icy shower first thing in the morning makes most of us shudder. That initial shock as cold water hits your warm skin triggers an immediate gasp, racing heart, and ...

For years, cold showers were the domain of athletes and wellness zealots. But new research in genetics and metabolism suggests that a quick blast of cold water has benefits way beyond mental toughness ...

Cold showers do more than jolt you awake in the morning. Research suggests they can support your overall health in surprising ways. For starters, cold exposure can boost circulation and help reduce ...

The body also can lose heat through conduction and convection, which happens when a person touches a cold object, such as the steering wheel of a car, or cold wind touches the body. Heat can also ...

Whether waiting for a bus, playing outside or walking the dog – during the colder winter season, everyone is looking for ways to stay warm. Luckily, the process your body uses to break down foods ...