What are the manifestations of cold body constitution?

    The manifestations of body coldness generally include cold intolerance throughout the body, persistently cold hands and feet, pale and lusterless complexion, abnormal digestion and excretion, and lethargy. Detailed explanations are as follows:

    1. Cold intolerance throughout the body: heightened sensitivity to cold stimuli, frequently feeling cold even in warm environments, necessitating additional clothing layers compared to others, especially during autumn and winter. Cold exposure may lead to discomforts such as joint aches and nasal congestion, which are difficult to alleviate quickly through short-term warming measures.

    2. Persistently cold hands and feet: consistently low temperatures in the extremities, with hands and feet rarely feeling warm regardless of seasonal changes, particularly noticeable in winter. Even with gloves and thick socks, it is difficult to fully warm the hands and feet, and cold extremities at night may interfere with sleep quality.

    3. Pale and lusterless complexion: a lack of facial color, appearing pale or sallow, without a healthy rosy glow. Some individuals may also experience paleness of the lips and eyelids, giving an impression of fatigue and lack of vitality.

    4. Abnormal digestion and excretion: poor appetite, especially aversion to raw and cold foods, which may cause discomforts such as abdominal distension and pain after consumption. Bowel movements are often loose and unformed, with possibly increased frequency; urine is pale, lengthy, and abundant, sometimes accompanied by a slight cold sensation during urination.

    5. Lethargic mental state: daily fatigue and lack of energy, easily feeling tired and weak, experiencing exhaustion even after slight physical activity. Difficulty concentrating, declining memory, frequent drowsiness, and excessive yawning are common, with insufficient recovery of energy even after rest.

    After experiencing signs of body coldness, one should focus on keeping the entire body warm, avoid raw and cold foods, and choose more warming ingredients. Consistently engage in moderate exercise to promote blood circulation and ensure regular sleep patterns to reduce the depletion of yang energy.