@BYUEUL @SueDickhead @yadisdis @UncoordinatedB @punished_cait https://t.co/LBnlfD9bcD. Fat is insulating, that's why you see animals like antarctic seals with thick layers of blubber
Obesity and thermoregulation.
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This collection of discussions consistently emphasizes that fat acts as an insulator, supported by scientific references such as the 2018 work by John R. Speakman, and includes examples like animals in cold habitats with thick blubber. The tone balances scientific support with practical implications, reflecting a high level of curiosity and recognition of the topic's significance.
Most discussions agree that obesity has an insulating effect due to fat tissue, referencing scientific studies and supporting evidence.
Participants show high interest by citing scientific reviews, sharing additional resources, and discussing biological mechanisms.
The engagement level is moderate; users reference specific research, quote experts, and share links for further reading, indicating thoughtful interaction.
The discussions highlight the importance of understanding obesity's role in thermoregulation, which could influence health policies and scientific perspectives.
Abstract in brief
- Obesity can act as an insulative layer because fat tissue has lower thermal conductivity, helping animals and humans retain heat, especially in cold environments.
- In aquatic mammals and animals in very cold habitats, subcutaneous fat forms a continuous insulating sheet around organs, while in humans and other animals, fat distribution varies and can influence heat retention and energy storage.
- Although obesity provides some benefit in cold conditions by reducing heat loss, it can hinder heat dissipation in hot environments, making obese individuals more susceptible to heat stress, but the relationship between obesity and ambient temperature is complex and influenced by other factors.]
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Most liked on X and Bluesky@B_Holmer there are some in here https://t.co/GvygngBbi8
Because of complex signaling in the brain in response to cold weather, people with a higher BMI may in fact have the sense of feeling colder. https://t.co/2ZD12fdTzV
@wellboy @redpillgreen @TuckerGoodrich @Thrival1 @DoctorTro @FrigoCoder @veatmegan @Cell_Metabolism @DaveKeto here is the link to our chapter. https://t.co/OayB32Bd8R if you google Romanovsky elsevier and thermoregulation you'll get to the book. But rob a bank before you do it, as it is pretty pricey.
@redpillgreen @TuckerGoodrich @wellboy @Thrival1 @DoctorTro @FrigoCoder @veatmegan @Cell_Metabolism @DaveKeto I prefer the insulation idea. lots of evidence that WAT is more insulating. see my chapter on obesity and thermoregulation in romanovsky book just published where I lay out these alternative ideas.
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@generationaldan @libsoftiktok https://t.co/eWpMliIBNS Literally hotter.
RT @McDutchoven: Because of complex signaling in the brain in response to cold weather, people with a higher BMI may in fact have the sense…
Because of complex signaling in the brain in response to cold weather, people with a higher BMI may in fact have the sense of feeling colder. https://t.co/2ZD12fdTzV
@__P_a_n_d_a_rou @IRONJEF @DancadoDaniel Supporté par la science, pis toute. https://t.co/fevteH86IS.
@ClownWorld_ She's overheating because, "Studies of humans immersed in cool water convincingly demonstrate that obesity in humans also serves an insulation function." -Obesity and thermoregulation John R Speakman. Handb Clin Neurol. 2018.
Другий лінк не хоче працювати, дублюю https://t.co/pvTFrVaO9a
Розношу по фактам: https://t.co/t90aogIGp8 https://t.co/pvTFrVaO9a https://t.co/rsYkq9kYCZ https://t.co/dx1B4WYqKj
@BYUEUL @SueDickhead @yadisdis @UncoordinatedB @punished_cait https://t.co/LBnlfD9bcD. Fat is insulating, that's why you see animals like antarctic seals with thick layers of blubber
@B_Holmer there are some in here https://t.co/GvygngBbi8
@RyanRadia @jbarro Fat people die in heat. America needs air conditioning more than than France. https://t.co/2Zk78BajvU
Thanks for drawing attention to this. I wasnt aware of it. You may be interested in this review of links between obesity and thermoregulation..https://t.co/jASCSD37P0 https://t.co/sm0lXOpQfn
@wellboy @redpillgreen @TuckerGoodrich @Thrival1 @DoctorTro @FrigoCoder @veatmegan @Cell_Metabolism @DaveKeto here is the link to our chapter. https://t.co/OayB32Bd8R if you google Romanovsky elsevier and thermoregulation you'll get to the book. But rob a bank before you do it, as it is pretty pricey.
@redpillgreen @TuckerGoodrich @wellboy @Thrival1 @DoctorTro @FrigoCoder @veatmegan @Cell_Metabolism @DaveKeto I prefer the insulation idea. lots of evidence that WAT is more insulating. see my chapter on obesity and thermoregulation in romanovsky book just published where I lay out these alternative ideas.
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