Why women often feel colder than men

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A new study published in the scientific journal PLOS suggests that subtle biological differences, such as body composition, metabolic rates, and hormonal changes, often make women more sensitive to cold than men. This difference leads to frequent "thermostat wars" in homes and offices, as men generally produce more body heat due to higher muscle mass and metabolic rate. Recognizing these variations can help in creating more agreeably heated shared spaces.

Source

Chang TY, Kajackaite A (2019) Battle for the thermostat: Gender and the effect of temperature on cognitive performance. PLoS ONE 14(5): e0216362. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0216362

Additional Reading

https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/02/09/women-men-cold-sensitivity/

https://www.cnn.com/2019/11/13/health/thermostat-wars-wellness/index.html

https://www.theguardian.com/science/shortcuts/2017/oct/11/why-women-sewcretly-turn-up-the-heating