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Colder When Older?

I find that I get cold more easily now that I am older. Why is that—and does it pose any health risk?

There are a few reasons: Due to the natural slowing of metabolism that occurs with aging, the body becomes less efficient at generating heat and maintaining a normal body temperature. In ...

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