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Andrew Huberman
04/03/25
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Shivering causes the release of succinate, which enhances brown fat thermogenesis and overall fat burning.
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Lose Fat With Science-Based Tools | Huberman Lab Essentials
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04/03/25
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Andrew Huberman
04/03/25
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Cold exposure can stimulate shivering, which helps in burning fat and converting white fat to brown fat, aiding in fat oxidation.
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Andrew Huberman
04/03/25
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Shivering is one of the strongest stimuli for fat loss, as it can increase metabolism and fat oxidation when done correctly, especially in cold environments.
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Andrew Huberman
04/03/25
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Cold exposure triggers adrenaline release, which increases metabolism and fat burning, particularly through shivering.
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Andrew Huberman
04/03/25
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Incorporating non-exercise activities like fidgeting and shivering can significantly increase caloric burn and enhance fat loss through increased thermogenesis.
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Andrew Huberman
04/03/25
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To effectively stimulate shivering for fat loss, alternate between cold exposure and warming up without drying off.
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Andrew Huberman
04/03/25
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Subtle movements, such as fidgeting and shivering, can significantly stimulate the release of adrenaline, enhancing fat mobilization and oxidation.
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Andrew Huberman
04/03/25
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Certain compounds can enhance fat oxidation and mobilization, which is beneficial for accelerating fat loss, particularly those that increase epinephrine release.
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Andrew Huberman
04/03/25
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Brown fat, located between the shoulder blades and on the back of the neck, is rich in mitochondria and can convert food energy into heat, making it thermogenic.
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Andrew Huberman
04/03/25
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Adrenaline, released from neurons connected to fat, plays a crucial role in fat oxidation, meaning the burning of fat is influenced by local neuronal activity rather than just systemic adrenaline from stress or fasting.