Author: Tang Yulan, a licensed Chinese Medicine Practitioner (Apprentice) (Practice License Number: 341431381000002) This article is written by Dr. Tang Yulan, based on classical Chinese medical theories and clinical experience, and is intended for general knowledge and educational purposes only. The professional qualifications can be publicly verified on the official website of the National Health Commission of China.
【Symptom Self-Assessment】
- When sleeping, if your feet are exposed, you may feel restless and find it hard to fall asleep.
- In winter, when using thick blankets, your feet must be well-covered, and wearing socks can even help you sleep more comfortably.
- During the day, your hands and feet are prone to feeling cold, especially in autumn and winter, even with adequate clothing, your toes still feel icy.
- If your feet are exposed to the cold, you may experience abdominal discomfort or irregular bowel movements the next day.
- Even if you feel warm above the waist while sleeping, you prefer to keep your feet wrapped up; feeling cold when they are exposed.
Misconception 1: Is it True That Cold Feet Mean Cold Body?
The truth is often not as simple as many people think.
Many people believe that if you need to keep your feet covered while sleeping, it must be because you have a cold body. However, the reality is often more complex.