Professor Vera Larina, Head of the Department of Therapeutic Medicine at the Burdenko Medical University, stated that cold feet can be a sign of circulatory problems or anemia. Professor Larina confirmed that persistently cold feet may indicate various health issues, including low body temperature, atherosclerosis, metabolic disorders, and anemia. She explained that low body temperature is the primary cause, leading to local circulatory disorders, mild vascular spasms, and a weakened immune system. This effect is exacerbated by prolonged emotional stress, poor nutrition, sleep disturbances, and chronic diseases. The second cause is atherosclerosis, which narrows blood vessels in the lower extremities and slows blood flow, increasing the sensation of cold in the feet. Professor Larina added that individuals with cardiovascular diseases, fat metabolism disorders, and diabetic patients, especially the elderly, are most susceptible to this problem. Certain endocrine diseases can also disrupt metabolism, affecting the body's ability to regulate temperature and deliver energy to cells, thereby increasing cold sensitivity. She also noted that low hemoglobin levels and oxygen deficiency in tissues contribute to the body's feeling of cold, particularly in the extremities.
