GETTING OLDER,
FEELING COLDER
– By Elizabeth Norm
C old hands, cold feet, always need to wear an additional
layer? It’s not pleasant, yet there are various explanations
to feeling colder as we age – less physical activity, calorie
reduction, lower metabolic rate or thinning fat under the
skin, and so on – you’ve probably heard them all.
Feeling colder is generally nothing to worry about, yet there
are other conditions which may aggravate the need to throw
a blanket over your shoulders regardless of whether it’s cold
outside or not – including Anemia, Type 2 Diabetes, Kidney
Disease, Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), to name a few.
Of those mentioned, Anemia is often the biggest culprit, as
there are over 400 types of Anemia – many not detected by
regular blood test. Some studies indicate that as many as 80%
of women suffer from iron-deficiency, and as many as 35%
of men, yet they are not clinically diagnosed as being anemic.
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), if you
are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you may
be anemic: Pale complexion, pale lips and nail-beds, fatigue,
dizziness, increased heart rate, sore or swollen tongue, shortness
of breath, headaches, irritability, ringing in the ears, heart
palpitations, blurry vision, insomnia, numbness in the limbs,
premature hair loss, dry skin and poor appetite.
Buying and taking an over-the-counter iron supplement is
not always the best course of action, and can have side effects
including constipation, upset stomach and heartburn, staining
of the teeth, and headaches.
Inappropriate levels of iron intake can also impair the uptake
of essential trace minerals, and at worst, increase the risk
of heart attacks. Always consult your health practitioner to
ensure the best diet and quality supplement are followed for
your specific needs – we have free healthcare in Canada, take
advantage of it and seek help to remedy your discomforts. •
“Age is irrelevant. Ask me how
many sunsets I’ve seen, hearts
I’ve loved, trips I’ve taken,
or concerts I’ve been to.
That’s how old I am.”
– Joëlle
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