Cold hands are common, but experts say certain red flags can mean a bigger health issue is at play. (Getty Images) If you find yourself wondering why your hands are always ice-cold, you’re not ...

But what causes this, and how can you fix it? Cold hands are more than just an annoyance. The reasons can range from harmless habits to underlying health issues. According to Freundin, here are some ...

Having cold feet and hands during winter is pretty common. While temperature is one of the factors, it is not the only one. These are other factors that can affect your extremities.

Besides cold hands and feet, you may notice muscles that hurt or feel weak when you walk, a “pins and needles” sensation, a pale or blue skin color, and numbness.

Q. My hands get so cold during the winter. What’s the best way to protect them from the cold weather? A. Cold injuries from chilly temperatures most commonly occur on your feet and hands.

“Cold hands from benign causes are usually of a short duration, and easily reversible when the triggering condition such as stress or exposure to low temperature abates,” Ogunwale explains.