Why does your body temperature drop on a dry fast and is that bad?

Around Day 2 or 3 of a dry fast, your thermometer starts reading low — 97°F, 96.8°F, sometimes lower. This terrifies people. It shouldn't.The temperature drop isn't hypothermia. It's your body shifting into hibernation mode — deliberately throttling the thyroid, slowing metabolism, and conserving water. It's one of the most intelligent adaptations the human body is capable of, and it's completely reversible.In this video I break down:— The exact numbers: baseline 36.8°C → Day 3 low 36.4°C (-0.4°C total drop)— Why T3 drops 25% during the fast — and why this is adaptive, not pathological— How reverse T3 rises 56% to divert energy spending— Why the temperature drop actually reduces perspiration by 60% — a survival feature— The "healing fever" on Days 4-5 and what's actually producing the heat— Why chronically ill people already run cold (96-97°F) and what that means for protocol entry— When a low body temperature IS a red flag (and how to know the difference)— How temperature recovery predicts full HPT axis restorationThis is the hibernation physiology behind dry fasting — and understanding it removes the fear.🔗 Full protocol: https://scorchprotocol.com🔗 Dry fasting deep dive: https://scorchprotocol.com/dry-fasting🔗 T3 therapy: https://scorchprotocol.com/t3-therapy⚠️ Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult with a licensed healthcare professional before attempting any form of fasting.#dryfasting #bodytemperature #T3therapy #longcovid #MECFS #thyroid #metabolichealth #scorchprotocol