Many people believe that the more they sweat, the more weight they will lose and the healthier they will become. Is there really a correlation between the two? Today, we are going to debunk the myth of sweating.
"The more you sweat, the more you lose weight" is just a myth. When you weigh yourself after sweating, don't be too happy with the weight loss because the starch and protein absorbed during exercise will be restored. Sweating actually has little to do with metabolism, but rather is more related to body temperature, sweat glands, and diseases. Forcing the body to sweat excessively can cause fatigue, dry mouth, poor appetite, chest tightness, and even mineral loss along with the sweat.
If the weather is not hot, and you are not doing any intense exercise or sports, but suddenly start sweating excessively, please pay attention to the following 5 symptoms, as they may be a sign that your body is sending a warning signal!
Excessive fatigue
People with poor physical fitness tend to feel tired and out of breath, and break out in a sweat quickly when engaging in activities. It is recommended to keep warm, avoid drinking cold drinks, and eat more warm and hot foods.
Internal heat
People who love to eat spicy, heavy, and fried food tend to feel thirsty and can easily develop excessive internal heat, leading to sweating for no apparent reason.
Night sweats
Night sweats, also known as "stolen sweats," are easy to occur during sleep at night. It is recommended to eat more fruits and vegetables, eat less fried and spicy foods, and regularly maintain a happy mood to avoid emotional fluctuations.
Excessive dampness in the body
If your forehead sweats easily, according to traditional Chinese medicine, it may be due to excessive dampness in the body. It is recommended to eat more foods that can promote diuresis and dampness elimination, such as winter melon, coix seed, etc. A healthy and light diet is also suggested.
Disease
Excessive sweating, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, and cold symptoms can cause the body to be unable to properly regulate internal and external temperatures, leading to excessive sweating, mostly cold sweats. It is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible to receive targeted treatment.
