Lowered body temperature – causes, symptoms, and risks

Natalia Goździak

Publication: 2024-11-06

Body temperature is an important indicator of a person's health status. The typical body temperature seen on a thermometer in healthy individuals is around 36.6°C. However, due to environmental factors, measurement errors, or certain medical conditions, body temperature may sometimes decrease. What does low body temperature mean? What are the symptoms of hypothermia? Is a temperature below 36°C safe? How can you naturally raise your body temperature? Is 37°C considered normal?

Natalia Goździak

Master of dietetics, specialist in dietoprophylaxis and dietotherapy

Copywriter and nutritionist Graduated from the University of Physical Education in Poznan with a bachelor's degree in sports dietetics, and from UP in Poznan with a master's degree in dietoprophylaxis and dietotherapy. She treats principles of healthy eating, however, first and foremost as valuable tips, and not as strict rules to be strictly followed Privately a photography enthusiast who cannot imagine life without books