Shivering triggers a response in muscles similar to that of exercise, new research suggests. The study, published today (Feb. 4) in the journal Cell Metabolism, found that the muscles of shivering ...

New studies suggest that shivering was in fact the original form of 'exercise' and can boost the metabolism. While we have to keep an eye on the old folk so they stay warm enough to avoid hypothermia, ...

STOCKHOLM, Sweden — Shivering upon repeated short exposures to cold improves glucose tolerance, decreases fasting blood glucose and lipid levels, and markedly reduces blood pressure, show new study ...

If you can’t get to the gym today, consider spending a little time out in the cold. A new study reports that shivering can lead to some of the same slimming benefits as exercise. Researchers from the ...