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Discovering the cause of body temperature changes: Why is body temperature different in the morning and afternoon?
Normal human body temperature (also called normothermia or normothermia) usually ranges from 36.5 to 37.5 °C. The body's body temperature changes with factors such as gender, age, time of day, activity level, health status, and mood. This combination of factors results in differences in body temperature in the morning and afternoon.
Body temperature regulation
The human body's body temperature is maintained within a normal range by a mechanism called thermoregulation. This regulatory mechanism is triggered by the central nervous system and adjusts according to the needs of the body.
The average internal body temperature of the human body is usually considered to be 37 °C, however the latest research shows that the average internal body temperature of men and women is approximately 36.4 °C.
Intra-day changes
The temperature changes according to the individual's circadian rhythms, usually reaching the lowest point around 4 o'clock in the morning and reaching the highest point between 4 o'clock and 6 o'clock in the afternoon. This means that 37.3 °C measured in the morning does not necessarily represent health, but in the afternoon this figure is normal.
A person's body temperature typically varies about 0.5 °C between high and low throughout the day.
Varies by activity
As activity levels change, body temperature changes. Body temperature increases during physical activity and decreases during rest or rest. Body temperature is usually lower in the morning and will be relatively higher in the afternoon as exercise and daily life progress.
Physiologically active people experience greater changes in body temperature throughout the day than less active people.
Physiological and hormonal effects
A woman’s body temperature is affected by her menstrual cycle, which is called the menstrual cycle rhythm. Once ovulation occurs, basal body temperature rises rapidly in response to hormonal changes. This is important for knowing when to get pregnant or for contraception.
Conclusion
Overall, the body temperature is very individual and can be controlled by a variety of internal and external factors. Whether it's age, gender, or time of day, these factors play a role in how everyone's body temperature fluctuates. So, have you ever thought about how much your body temperature changes at different times of the day affect your health?
