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The two types of sweat are those from Eccrine glands and those from Apocrine glands. BO is caused by the sweat from the Apocrine glands, which includes ingredients such as albumin, fat and ammonia. It becomes pungent when it connects with bacteria on the surface of the skin, even though the sweat itself is odorless. In particular, the armpit has the most plentiful Apocrine glands and a stable body temperature assists the propagation of bacteria which leads to the production of BO.
Conversely, the cause of foot odor is sweat from the Eccrine glands. Sweat consists of 99% water, but the Eccrine glands are dense and tend to be crowded. As a result, various bacteria propagate easily, giving a body odor as a by-product of the decomposition of the ingredients inside the sweat.
1. Sweat is the most major cause of BO. Wipe sweat off immediately when it is produced. Keep the skin clean to protect it from the propagation of bacteria.
2. Wear clothes that allow the skin to breathe and are highly hygroscopic. Also choose shoes that allow the feet to breathe and use multiple pairs in regular rotation. Keep the insides dry.
3. Don’t allow mental stress to accumulate. Psychological stress may lead to the production of body odor from over-perspiration or over-secretion of fat.
4. Reconsider dietary habits. It is believed that food containing a lot of animal protein and fat causes an increase in body odor. Keep in mind consuming food rich in fiber, such as green and yellow vegetables.
5. Maintain your health. If you are in poor health, the malodorous substances which are normally excreted in the feces and urine are discharged in the sweat because of malfunctioning perspiratory glands.
