April 2009 PMID 19357405

Cold-activated brown adipose tissue in healthy men.

Wouter D van Marken Lichtenbelt, Joost W Vanhommerig, Nanda M Smulders, Jamie M A F L Drossaerts, Gerrit J Kemerink, Nicole D Bouvy, Patrick Schrauwen, G J Jaap Teule

Mentions

79
Peak: 10 in May 2019
across 5 sources since May 2019

Extended reach

494,724
potential audience

Total likes

1,129

Video views

44,144

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May 2019 – Oct 2025

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions strongly support the idea that BAT plays a significant role in metabolism, with examples such as comments on losing body fat to increase BAT activity and references to scientific studies. The tone is informative with helpful tips like cold exposure and weight loss, demonstrating a good level of curiosity and engagement among participants.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that brown adipose tissue (BAT) is beneficial and can be activated through lifestyle changes like cold exposure or weight loss.

InterestHigh interest

Users show high interest in BAT's role in metabolism, with many exploring practical ways to activate it or referencing related studies.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts include references to scientific research, personal opinions, and suggestions, indicating a moderate level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight potential health benefits, but mostly emphasize individual actions rather than broader societal impacts.

Abstract in brief

  • Brown adipose tissue plays a crucial role in regulating body weight and thermogenesis, with significant activity observed primarily in lean individuals during cold exposure.
  • Studies involving 24 healthy men show that 96% exhibited brown adipose tissue activity when exposed to cold, but overweight or obese participants had notably reduced levels of this activity.
  • The findings suggest that having healthy amounts of brown adipose tissue is potentially key to metabolic health, as body fat percentage negatively correlates with its activity while resting metabolic rate positively correlates.

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P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

Mild cold air exposure at 16 C. (61 F.) for 2 hours activates brown fat. Given the higher heat capacity of water, cold shower at this temperature for a few minutes might do the job. https://t.co/mwlVFyaWB4

May 2, 2019 · 34 likes · 10 shares · 291,354 followers View post →
Miss Cromatina
@MissCromatina · X

Ahora sabemos que con estímulos como el frío

Jun 13, 2021 · 20 likes · 30,817 followers View post →
Tadej Debevec
@DebevecTadej · X

If you are interested in the topic - also have a look at these papers from our speakers: https://t.co/XdoYvvEUOj https://t.co/cEdH7iKla7 & Do not forget to take some time off and enjoy the Easter period! https://t.co/bvBqwYpwxc

Apr 2, 2021 · 5 likes · 3,780 followers View post →
Fuenf_UhrTee
@Fuenf_UhrTee · X

@ariies_averonne @Barbarellah @Off_Valpo @Armada_Chile @AntarcticaSouth @bancodechile Die meisten Menschen haben es noch. Es "vermehrt" sich durch Kältereize, ist also tatsächlich trainierbar. So mein Kenntnisstand. Habe Dir eine Studie rausgesucht, die mir wieder eingefallen ist. https://t.co/jJhSzfuAfM

Feb 21, 2023 · 2 likes · 487 followers View post →
Taylor Thompson
@TJThomps · X

Lower body fat is associated with greater Brown Adipose Tissue (BAT) activity. BAT is 6x more metabolically active than white adipose tissue (fat). You don't NEED cold exposure, you just need a body fat below 15% (in men).

Feb 13, 2025 · 2 likes · 257 followers View post →
Dan I Time's up !⏱️
@timesup_man · X

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Sep 20, 2022 · 1 like · 52,812 followers View post →

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Sir Barefoot
@SirBarefoot · X

Source: https://t.co/nWMPSQHtyi

Jul 11, 2025 · 1 like · 48,844 followers View post →
Taylor Thompson
@TJThomps · X

Lower body fat is associated with greater Brown Adipose Tissue (BAT) activity. BAT is 6x more metabolically active than white adipose tissue (fat). You don't NEED cold exposure, you just need a body fat below 15% (in men).

Feb 13, 2025 · 2 likes · 257 followers View post →
Taylor Thompson
@TJThomps · X

Brown Adipose Tissue (BAT) is 6x more metabolically active than white adipose tissue (fat). You should get some. How? Lose Weight. A lower BMI is associated with higher activation of BAT during cold exposure.

Feb 12, 2025 · 1 like · 257 followers View post →
Lab de Bem
@labdebemunb · X

Referências: Saito M. Brown adipose tissue as a therapeutic target for human obesity. Obes Res Clin Pract, 2013. Doi: 10.1016/j.orcp.2013.09.001. van Marken Lichtenbelt WD, et al. Cold-activated brown adipose tissue in healthy men. N Engl J Med, 2009. Doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa0808718.

Jul 20, 2023 · 152 followers View post →
Fuenf_UhrTee
@Fuenf_UhrTee · X

@ariies_averonne @Barbarellah @Off_Valpo @Armada_Chile @AntarcticaSouth @bancodechile Die meisten Menschen haben es noch. Es "vermehrt" sich durch Kältereize, ist also tatsächlich trainierbar. So mein Kenntnisstand. Habe Dir eine Studie rausgesucht, die mir wieder eingefallen ist. https://t.co/jJhSzfuAfM

Feb 21, 2023 · 2 likes · 487 followers View post →
Dan I Time's up !⏱️
@timesup_man · X

Sources : https://t.co/psfuVttBvQ https://t.co/Ap8eKPine6 https://t.co/xiRIII95ml https://t.co/UqYlnC9HNS https://t.co/QUm6Yf94Q2 https://t.co/Y8q2qpTA0D https://t.co/zvFHSeJVcf https://t.co/du2ozBFYwz

Sep 20, 2022 · 1 like · 52,812 followers View post →
Robzs13
@Robzs13 · X

https://t.co/jx9zkFdi0Q

Sep 5, 2021 · 77 followers View post →
Miss Cromatina
@MissCromatina · X

Ahora sabemos que con estímulos como el frío

Jun 13, 2021 · 20 likes · 30,817 followers View post →
Tadej Debevec
@DebevecTadej · X

If you are interested in the topic - also have a look at these papers from our speakers: https://t.co/XdoYvvEUOj https://t.co/cEdH7iKla7 & Do not forget to take some time off and enjoy the Easter period! https://t.co/bvBqwYpwxc

Apr 2, 2021 · 5 likes · 3,780 followers View post →
Jagatjit
@MeijinJJ · X

Cold shower improves metabolism and activates brown adipose tissue (brown fat). Also anti-aging effect. https://t.co/GOUhf853er

Mar 23, 2020 · 3,054 followers View post →
MorozkoForge
@MorozkoForge · X

People with more brown fat (adipose tissue) are leaner overall, than counterparts with less brown fat. And even mild cold exposure activates brown fat, promoting loss of white fat. https://t.co/iD2bFd2IRk

Jan 25, 2020 · 1 like · 2,350 followers View post →
Alex
@axyvr · X

RT @Mangan150: Mild cold air exposure at 16 C. (61 F.) for 2 hours activates brown fat. Given the higher heat capacity of water, cold show…

May 3, 2019 · 10 shares · 312 followers View post →
Vague & Candid
@vagueandcandid · X

RT @Mangan150: Mild cold air exposure at 16 C. (61 F.) for 2 hours activates brown fat. Given the higher heat capacity of water, cold show…

May 3, 2019 · 10 shares · 1,274 followers View post →
BrandGuy
@BrandGuy3 · X

RT @Mangan150: Mild cold air exposure at 16 C. (61 F.) for 2 hours activates brown fat. Given the higher heat capacity of water, cold show…

May 3, 2019 · 10 shares · 43 followers View post →
Ser Kevin //
@Dark_Realist · X

RT @Mangan150: Mild cold air exposure at 16 C. (61 F.) for 2 hours activates brown fat. Given the higher heat capacity of water, cold show…

May 3, 2019 · 10 shares · 1,461 followers View post →
Aeneas Georg
@AeneasGeorg · X

RT @Mangan150: Mild cold air exposure at 16 C. (61 F.) for 2 hours activates brown fat. Given the higher heat capacity of water, cold show…

May 3, 2019 · 10 shares · 658 followers View post →
post scriptum
@psipika · X

RT @Mangan150: Mild cold air exposure at 16 C. (61 F.) for 2 hours activates brown fat. Given the higher heat capacity of water, cold show…

May 3, 2019 · 10 shares · 389 followers View post →
Andrew Brownson
@AndrewBrownson · X

RT @Mangan150: Mild cold air exposure at 16 C. (61 F.) for 2 hours activates brown fat. Given the higher heat capacity of water, cold show…

May 2, 2019 · 10 shares · 316 followers View post →
sudarsan
@sudarsanvk · X

RT @Mangan150: Mild cold air exposure at 16 C. (61 F.) for 2 hours activates brown fat. Given the higher heat capacity of water, cold show…

May 2, 2019 · 10 shares · 69 followers View post →
EpiK
@0xTheGreatApe · X

RT @Mangan150: Mild cold air exposure at 16 C. (61 F.) for 2 hours activates brown fat. Given the higher heat capacity of water, cold show…

May 2, 2019 · 10 shares · 11,619 followers View post →
P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

Mild cold air exposure at 16 C. (61 F.) for 2 hours activates brown fat. Given the higher heat capacity of water, cold shower at this temperature for a few minutes might do the job. https://t.co/mwlVFyaWB4

May 2, 2019 · 34 likes · 10 shares · 291,354 followers View post →