Is it true that fat people feel less cold than thin people?

Men apparently are less likely to feel cold, but they probably lose more bodyheat in cold weather and are at higher risk of succumbing to extreme cold. If this is correct, then one would assume that fatter people actually feel more cold. I can't say whether this is true. read more

One of the things that disappointed me about losing 3 and 3/4 stone was how cold I felt in the summer. I had to wear warm clothing instead of being able to walk around in a t shirt outside. I stayed at that weight for about 2 years and it got a bit better. read more

Well, of course - all else being equal, fat people have a smaller surface:volume ratio, so they hold heat better. They generally feel more hot than thin people, which is why you should always snuggle up with a fatter person in cold areas. read more