STUDY ON THE EFFECTS OF HOT AND COLD DRINKS ON BLOOD PRESSURE VARIABILITY DURING MOVEMENT BETWEEN ROOMS IN WINTER

Abstract

This study examines the effects of consuming hot and cold drinks on blood pressure variability during exposure to sudden temperature changes in winter. Experiments were conducted in a controlled climate chamber to analyze variations in blood pressure, skin temperature, and core temperature after consuming either warm barley tea or an ice slurry before moving between rooms with different temperatures. The results indicate that consuming warm barley tea before exposure to a cold environment reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure fluctuations, suggesting a potential non-invasive strategy for mitigating heat shock risks in cold environments.