Scientists have revealed how the body’s microscopic cold sensor, TRPM8, detects both chilly temperatures and the cooling effect of menthol. The discovery finally shows how the sensation of “cool” ...

During winter, when it's wet and cold outside, we all get a little chilly. But for some people, feeling cold isn't tied to the month – it's a sign of something else. If you’re constantly turning up ...

A new study has solved the decades-old mystery of why mint creates a cooling sensation, and the findings could help us develop better treatments for pain, congestion, and dry eye.

Cold weather has a way of lowering standards and raising cravings at the exact same time. You’ll wear the same sweater three days in a row, but somehow expect your food to deliver emotional warmth, ...

Let's face it, the weather absolutely influences our mood. For better or worse, dark gray skies can make us feel sad, while sunny days can help pep up our step. As the seasons change, cold weather can ...

Scientists say just seeing other people be chilly can cause you to be cold as well. Our bodies adjust our core temperature based on the surrounding environment, but that core temperature can also be ...

Feeling perpetually cold when others are comfortable might signal underlying health issues like anemia or thyroid imbalance.