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8 benefits of cold for physical and mental health

2026-02-09 07:44:00, Shëndeti CNA

8 benefits of cold for physical and mental health

We usually associate winter with cold, rain, illness, and the obligation to stay indoors more, but this season has many positive aspects for physical and mental health, if we recognize and utilize them well.

When the weather is cold, the body works harder to maintain its core temperature around 37°C, and this burns more calories because it requires energy to produce heat. Repeated exposure to cold temperatures can also improve insulin sensitivity, which is beneficial even for non-diabetics.

Exercising in cold weather reduces stress on the cardiovascular system and helps improve exercise performance, while also boosting immune system cells that help the body fight infections. The cold temperatures also help promote more effective sleep, preparing the body for a better night's rest.

Cold air can constrict blood vessels in the nose and improve breathing, reducing inflammation in the airways. Meanwhile, in winter there are fewer allergens and pollution in the air, and many disease-carrying insects cannot survive in low temperatures.

When we exercise outdoors in the cold, we help increase muscle mass, as we lose less water, while outdoor activity increases blood circulation, including to the skin, making it healthier and less swollen.

Winter helps improve mental clarity: when the temperature is low, the brain works better because it requires less energy to cool the body, which can help with concentration and decision-making.

Exercising outdoors during the winter releases endorphins, the "happiness" hormones, which improve mood and help combat what is known as "winter melancholy" associated with the lack of natural light.

Because bad weather keeps us indoors more, we often spend more time with family and loved ones, creating stronger social bonds through conversations and shared activities at home.

Winter also creates the conditions for creative activities, from reading to board games or hobbies, which can boost creativity and reduce stress./ CNA





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