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Person sitting in outdoor cold plunge tub activating brown adipose tissue in cold water
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What water temperature activates brown adipose tissue?

Brown fat activates around 14 to 19°C (57 to 66°F) water. Learn what the research actually says about cold exposure, BAT, and how long you need to stay in.

Read: What water temperature activates brown adipose tissue?