The smell of your sweat can determine your body odor. Some people can be attractive due to the way they smell, while some can be repulsive because of the same reasons. Of course, we all would want to be among the first kind of people. It is now scientifically known that the sweat of some people doesn’t smell, while for others it could be a plus point. The reason why our sweat has a particular smell ranges from genetics, the foods that we eat and even our lifestyle choices.
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You could have all the characteristic of a charming personality, and you wouldn’t want such a small thing to have a bad impact on it. You could be taking good care of your hygiene and everything, but some people can still end up having smelly sweats which can be terrible for personal confidence, and that’s how the deodorant industry booms. No harm in using deodorants, but it’s even better to end up smelling even better. Most of the times, it’s not your fault and there are certain things you can do to easily change it. Mostly the sweat is odorless, and it’s the bacteria that consume the protein and substances present in it to produce byproducts (bacteria poop, let’s say). Personal hygiene works great, but sometimes a shower a day isn’t enough to get rid of it.
Here are some of the must-know-surprising reasons why you can get smelly sweats :
- The food that you eat
Healthy food is good. However, sometimes certain foods can enhance our body odor and possibly make it smell. There are claims that eating certain foods can make your sweat smell bad, such as eating too much garlic, dairy products, onions, and curries. Sulfur present in high amounts in many foods is also one of the main culprits, so foods which high sulfur content, such as cabbage, broccoli, and cauliflower are also suspected cause offensive body odors if consumed too much. - Malnutrition
Even the lack of certain nutrients can get you into sweat troubles. Studies have shown that the people who lack the sufficient amount of magnesium in their body can experience smelly sweats. So, you can add some more greens and nuts in your diet to make yourself smell nicer. - Sugar
Sugar is addictive, and it’s hard to give up on those yummy treats. However, it’s now being called as the sweat poison as it has a lot of negative health impacts on your body with no nutritional value. If these reasons are not enough for you to cut down on your sugar intake, then behold. Sugar is also considered to be a cause of smelly sweats. It can enhance the growth of yeast and cause a bad smell. - Going Keto?
Carbohydrates have their own importance when it comes to providing energy to our body and our metabolism. A low carb diet combined with high proteins can lead to smelly sweats for many people, as most of the people are not able to efficiently metabolize too many protein-rich nutrients. - Excretion: Do it when you feel it
Seriously, holding on to the urge of peeing and pooping can be bad for you in so many ways. it’s one of the most important mechanisms to help you get rid of toxins and waste produced in your body. By holding it back your ability to remove waste can be affected, and that can even be expressed in your sweat and your odor. After all, the waste needs to get out of you in some way, one way or another. - Your wardrobe
It might come to you as a surprise, but the clothes you wear also has a lot to do with the way you smell. Fabrics that are not too absorbent, especially synthetic fabrics can leave your sweat all over you instead of absorbing it and letting it dry. This would allow the bacteria to thrive on it for a longer time. the longer it gets, the smellier it will become. - Medication
The medicines you are taking or even the birth control pills can impact the way you smell. That’s because it's too much for our liver to metabolize, and many medicines have body odor as a side effect.
Conclusion
You can easily do something about these things to make sure that you smell sweeter and nicer. Another thing you need to ask yourself if that is your deodorant really helping you? The alcohol in it is great since it’s anti-bacterial, but what about other substances that are present in there? It’s reported that many deodorants contain substances that actually enhances the growth of bacteria on your skin instead of decreasing it, and that would inevitably lead to bad smell. So, get these things out of your life as much as you can. Smell better to feel better, a tip for your next date.
Disclaimer
Please note that individual results will vary from person to person. All and any information and statements contained in this article are not intended to replace your doctor’s advice or treatment. We do not provide medical advice, prescription, or diagnose illness. Therefore, our views and nutritional statements are not intended to replace your doctor’s medical advice. If you have a health concern or condition, see your doctor before starting anything on your own.