HOW TO GET RID OF BODY ODOUR

Bad body odour can be described as an unpleasant smell which results from the breakdown of sweat into aromatic fatty acid by bacteria on the skin. Contrary to general opinion, sweat itself does not smell but serves as a very conducive culture for the bacteria that lives on the skin which break down sweat into fatty acid characterized by an unpleasant smell.

CAUSES OF BODY BAD ODOUR

 General poor body hygiene such as irregular proper body cleaning especially at the feet, groin, armpits, genitals, public hair and other hair, belly button, anus, behind the ears, and to some (lesser) extent on the rest of the skin are major predisposing factors to bad body odour.

 Medical conditions such as obesity, thyroid disease, carcinoid syndrome, uncontrolled diabetes (ketoacidosis), gastrointestinal problems, urinary tract infections, zinc deficiency, metabolic disorder can also cause body odour.

 Diet, consumption of much spicy food containing the likes of garlic, ginger, raw onions etc. if not well controlled can lead to bad body odour.

REMEDIES TO BAD BODY ODOUR

 shower twice daily with soap and bathing sponge (especially for people living in the tropics); paying special attention to your armpits, groin and feet where there are many sweat producing glands, this will reduce sweat and number of bacteria acting on it.

 Regular change and thorough washing of clothing that come into contact with sweaty areas such as socks, underwear and shirts. Sweaty clothes can serve as a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi.

 Good anti-bacteria and antiseptic soaps can help reduce the effect of the sweat converting bacteria which causes bad body odour.

 Regular use of antiperspirants and roll-ons can help reduce the amount of sweat your body produces while adding pleasant fragrance to your appearance.

 Drinking plenty of water will help ensure that you smell fresh and water.

Get rid of that bad body odour which can make you a social outcast, preventing you from ascending that career ladder. When you do, the right atmosphere will be created for God’s blessing to take lasting root in your life.