Why are my hands always freezing?

Timothy Kern said:Yes. 😢

Does anyone have any advice on how to get it back up? 😁

Salt helps lower blood pressure—well, actually, salt raises it, so maybe grab some chips or something salty if you're feeling low.
Otherwise, movement is key for circulation. Beets can help too, and garlic is great, though I probably wouldn't recommend much garlic right now since it might drop your pressure even further. You can find plenty of herbal supplements designed to boost circulation these days; just ask at a local CVS or check the aisles at Walgreens.

I’m dealing with the exact same thing... My hands are constantly ice-cold during the day, while my feet feel like they’re burning up (well, except for when it hits 90 degrees in the summer 😁). Then, once I hit the sack, it flips—my hands feel like ovens and my feet go freezing cold.
My hands also tend to turn bright red or sometimes a deep shade of blue... and they get all cracked up whenever there's a harsh wind blowing outside. On top of that, they sweat quite a bit, even when they feel cold to the touch.

As far as I know—though I rarely bother checking—my blood pressure is a bit on the low side, but my heart rate seems perfect (hopefully I won't have any bad luck there 😁), so I'm honestly stumped as to what's going on. I don't really do much in the way of exercise, other than walking a fair amount.
(I actually heard one theory that hand redness might be linked to thyroid issues?)

It’s hard to believe that in the 21st century we still don't have practical solutions for a problem that seems this trivial... Honestly, more than the physical stuff, it's people's comments that get under my skin. You know, the "Look at how red and cold his hands are..." type of remarks. It’s pretty awkward being the only guy in the room with hands that look like they've been dipped in red paint.

If anyone has a sensible solution, I’m all ears...

By the way, Zachary Howard2, why aren't you recommending garlic? I eat it like it's my job.🙂

I find myself dealing with the exact same struggle. My blood pressure tends to run low, and I’m constantly battling freezing hands and feet—even during the peak of summer. I eventually decided to take up some aerobic exercise, which has offered a slight reprieve, but I still suffer from those sudden, draining episodes where I feel overcome by sleepiness and my circulation just seems to stall out entirely.

It’s the exact same story over here, though my blood pressure stays mostly in the normal range—it dips here and there, but nothing crazy. Still, my hands and feet are perpetually freezing... and I know damn well it's because of the cigarettes! I'm a total addict, it's pathetic!

Smoking = constricted blood vessels = terrible circulation.

I heard just the other day that massaging almond oil into your feet works wonders for keeping them warm. I haven't actually tried it yet, but apparently, it really does work. 😁

Honestly, I keep running into the exact same thing over and over again, ugh 😢

It looks like we’ve got a new phenomenon on our hands. Usually, everyone just complains about cold feet.

Roger Bishop22 said:Honestly, I keep running into the exact same thing over and over again, ugh 😢

Has anyone actually tried warming them up yet?

I’m dealing with the exact same thing. Even though regular exercise is supposed to boost circulation, my hands stay ice-cold no matter how active I am.
Well, I guess I'll just have to exhaust myself through marathon sessions in the bedroom... 🙂

Keep clicking away.

Since we’re already discussing the issue of cold hands, I thought I’d jump in and share my own experience for a moment.

Mine feel freezing constantly, regardless of what I'm doing. Even when I’m running my hands under warm—or sometimes even hot—water while doing the dishes, they just won't warm up. Is it actually possible that this could be some kind of underlying health issue that isn't necessarily tied to circulation?

Sorry if I'm repeating things people have already said; I stumbled upon this thread quite by accident and honestly don't have the energy to scroll through the entire conversation right now...

Thanks,

My hands are freezing right now too, even though I don't usually struggle with the cold. Plus, I'm definitely more of a low-pressure system person myself. Honestly, I’d probably look for someone with the same temperament just so we could keep each other warm. P: Roger Bishop22?

My hands are always freezing cold, yet somehow sweaty at the same time.
o.O
Someone mentioned to me once that it’s just nerves... anxiety or something like that.
Damn it, why does it have to be cold and sweaty? Who even came up with this...

wearydriver13 said:Since we’re already discussing the issue of cold hands, I thought I’d jump in and share my own experience for a moment.

Mine feel freezing constantly, regardless of what I'm doing. Even when I’m running my hands under warm—or sometimes even hot—water while doing the dishes, they just won't warm up. Is it actually possible that this could be some kind of underlying health issue that isn't necessarily tied to circulation?

Sorry if I'm repeating things people have already said; I stumbled upon this thread quite by accident and honestly don't have the energy to scroll through the entire conversation right now...

Thanks,

That hits close to home; I have the exact same thing. Sometimes after washing up and turning off the tap, my fingers turn purple as if I've been out in a blizzard, even when the water wasn't cold at all.
I've looked into it, but I can't find anything linking it to specific health issues.
I just have low blood pressure, I'm not anemic, and I stay active...

The Cold Hands and Warm Heart Club
😁 😁 😁

My hands and feet are freezing—it’s hard to tell which is worse.
They say it's just poor circulation.
By the way, I've been taking two iron supplements a day for the last two months.

Everyone here is just being cold.

velvetcrane said:Wait, what? Is this actually some real thing people believe, or is it just one of those old wives' tales floating around?😕

It’s not helping 😉

My hands and feet are constantly freezing 😢
Plus, I've been hitting the gym pretty consistently for a while now and I'm seeing zero progress 🤷 (and yeah, obviously I shower every single day 🤣)

Oh, and my blood pressure is low, and I'm running low on iron too 🙄

Ada Lovelace said:any tips on how to get the blood moving in my hands? they're constantly freezing up (same goes for my feet, honestly)...

well, for me, my nose is always the absolute coldest spot...🤣 I've always dealt with insanely low blood pressure.

And the worst part is when I crawl into bed with ice-cold feet and wake up the next morning feeling just as frozen... it's a total nightmare.

I haven't heard that one before. Sounds like something out of a movie. kaže:
It’s just not worth it. 😉

Mine are always freezing, too. 😢
I’ve been hitting the gym consistently for a while now, but I’m just not seeing any progress. 🤷 I don't think I even need to mention that I shower every single day. 🤣)

Yeah, I also deal with low blood pressure, and my iron levels are pretty low too. 🙄

You need a man made of steel. 😁Where can I find it? 😍 You just can't win.

Maybe try actually hitting the gym instead of just rotting in front of a computer screen hunting for some kind of magic bullet solution?

I’m dealing with the exact same thing. 😢 My hands and feet are constantly freezing, and the skin on my hands is cracked and turning this bluish-purple color. It doesn't matter how many layers of clothes I pile on; I'm always cold. My blood pressure is low, and I have no clue about my iron levels, but I stay active with daily workouts. Things feel better for maybe five minutes while I'm exercising, but then it just goes right back to how it was. To make matters worse, I’ve been feeling pretty dizzy the last two days—yesterday, I could barely even make it home safely...
I went to see my doctor back in August, and she just brushed it off, saying it was due to the heat and told me to drink more water and keep exercising. Obviously, that didn't do a damn thing.