Shivering in the cold might seem uncomfortable, but research shows it can enhance your health by activating brown fat. Here's the science behind it.
White Fat vs. Brown Fat
White fat primarily stores energy, while brown fat burns calories to produce heat. Adults with higher levels of brown fat tend to maintain a slimmer physique. Studies have long confirmed that exercise promotes the conversion of white fat into metabolically active brown fat.
Exciting New Research
No workout required: Simply shivering from the cold for 15 minutes—like waiting on a chilly platform after missing your train—triggers the same beneficial transformation, according to recent findings.
Source: Nu.nl | Image: Shutterstock
