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Why do adults get colder than kids?

While it might seem counterintuitive, an adult's average body temperature is actually slightly lower than a child's. Many people notice that they start to feel the cold more intensely as they age, a phenomenon that leads to the question, **why do adults get colder than kids?** The answer lies in a complex interplay of metabolism, body composition, and circulation that changes with age.

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