India, Oct. 26 -- HT Lifestyle, in an “Everyday Explained” article published on Oct. 24, 2026, reported that feet can feel colder than the rest of the body due to their distance from the heart and the body’s response to temperature changes, citing Dr Palleti Siva Karthik Reddy, consultant physician at Elite Care Clinic, Bangalore.
Why feet feel colder
According to Dr Palleti Siva Karthik Reddy, feet are often colder because they are located farthest from the heart, making them sensitive to changes in blood circulation and temperature.
He said the body prioritises maintaining the temperature of vital organs such as the heart and brain. Dr Reddy added that when exposed to cold temperatures, blood vessels in the extremities constrict to red...