Can Fasting Reduce Body Heat? Unpacking the Science
                                
                                
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                                According to a study published by Lanserhof, the body lowers its basal metabolic rate during a fast, often resulting in a slight drop in temperature. This raises the intriguing question: can fasting reduce body heat and make you feel cooler? For many, the sensation of feeling chilly during a fast is a common and noticeable side effect of metabolic changes.