Stop Your Body Odor In Its Tracks
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Our body temperature is kept under control via a number of mechanisms, with a major one being sweat. Unfortunately sweat is also a prime factor in body odor so controlling this problem needs to involve in some way controlling the amount we sweat
So why does sweat cause bad odor?
When we release eccrine sweat it is a virtually odorless fluid made up of water, and small amounts of other substances like sugar, salt and urea.
When this sweat spreads over the skin it softens the keratin in the epidermis. This then allows bacteria to feed upon the keratin and body odor is the result.
When this combination occurs in an area like the armpit, this smell can become foul far more rapidly, due to the warm, moist nature of the area. These are the ideal conditions for the bacteria to do their nasty work.
The second form of sweat is known as apocrine, with these glands being located in the groin, scalp and underarms. This sweat has a higher fat content and causes a stronger odor.
Again the bacteria are causing the problem here, taking advantage of the increased moisture of these areas.
Therefore it is important to understand that you need to try and reduce the amount that your body sweats to stop odor from becoming a problem.
And of course keeping these areas dry when sweating plays a part as it removes the moisture before the bacteria can take hold.
How can you prevent sweat from being released?
Antiperspirants are the most well known method of controlling your sweat roduction. If the over the counter products don’t do anything for you, step it up to a more medical grade version (ask your doctor or pharmacist for help).
You also need to maintain impeccable levels of hygiene. Use anti-bacterial soap and make sure you fully dry yourself after every shower
And finally make sure you wear clothes that allow for good air circulation. this will help dry the sweat before it has a chance to become a breeding ground for bacteria.
If your problem persists you should get a medical examination just to make sure there is no other medical condition that is affecting your sweat production.
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