The daily average temperature test proposed by Dr. Rind is used as a way to track the stability of metabolic and hormonal processes.
Despite the popularity of the method, it cannot be considered an accurate diagnostic tool for assessing adrenal gland conditions. It may be useful for observing the body’s response, but not as a standalone diagnostic instrument.
Test Description
The method is based on regularly measuring body temperature at the same intervals over several days.
It is believed that temperature fluctuations reflect the stability of metabolism and the functioning of systems that influence thermoregulation.
How to Perform the Test
- Measure the temperature three times a day: three hours after waking up, then every three hours;
- Take measurements before meals and without physical activity for at least 20 minutes;
- Record all values for the day;
- Calculate the average temperature for the day;
- Repeat the procedure for 5-6 consecutive days to obtain reliable data.
How to Interpret the Results
In the classic version of the test, it is considered that fluctuations in average temperature of more than 0.1°C from day to day may indicate instability in the body’s regulatory systems. This instability is often associated with the functioning of the adrenal glands and the thyroid gland.
However, modern data shows that temperature changes depend on many factors not directly related to hormonal function.
Why the Test is Not Suitable for Assessing the Adrenals
Body temperature is regulated by a complex system of mechanisms: the functioning of the thyroid gland, glucose levels, the condition of blood vessels, the activity of the sympathetic nervous system, overall inflammation levels, amount of sleep, nutrition, and physical activity.
The adrenal glands have an indirect influence on these processes but are not the key regulator of temperature.
Temperature fluctuations within 0.1–0.3°C are often observed in completely healthy individuals and reflect natural variations throughout the day.
What the Test Really Shows
- Stability of daily thermoregulation;
- Possible sleep or dietary disturbances;
- Fluctuations in glucose levels;
- The body’s response to stress;
- Overall level of metabolic resilience.
This test can be useful for monitoring the dynamics of well-being, but it is not a diagnostic method for assessing adrenal conditions.
