Body odor comes from sweat, which is made up of water, sodium salts, lactic acid, sulfuric acid, potassium, phosphorus, iron, and urea. Sweat is secreted by the exocrine glands, which are located in the armpits, face, chest, pubic area, and anal regions. Sweat actually has a purpose, moisturizing the skin, maintaining a healthy acid balance, and preventing unhealthy proliferations of microbes. But too much can be off putting. Here’s how to smell sweeter!
HERBS THAT ABSORB BODY ODOR
Add a 1/2 teaspoon of an essential oil such as lavender, sage, or rosemary to an ounce of baking soda and apply a bit to the underarm area after bathing or when getting dressed to absorb mild to moderate perspiration. Aloe vera juice can be applied directly as an antibacterial, antifungal, and deodorizing ally.
BEST FOODS TO FIGHT BODY ODOR
To smell sweeter, eat plenty of greens and radishes and drink lemon in water, all of which are naturally detoxifying. Use super green foods like wheat grass, spirulina, barley grass, or chlorophyll, which are available in capsules, three times daily. Chlorophyll is regarded as a natural deodorizer.
KEEP IN MIND
Many deodorants contain aluminum chlorohydrate, a manufactured form of aluminum that many believe contributes to Alzheimer’s disease. It is known to accumulate in the tissues, especially when applied to broken skin. This is a real problem as many people apply it just after shaving. Yikes! Many deodorants also contain synthetic fragrances and methyl-and propylparabens, both of which have been implicated in breast cancer. Instead, look for deodorants that contain ingredients such as coriander and tea tree oil. You can find some good deodorants in natural food stores. Weleda’s spray deodorants work great.
Another practice that can help is to wear natural-fiber clothes so the skin can breathe. Certain synthetics produce an unpleasant smell soon after wearing and do not allow sweat to evaporate naturally.
GOOD TO KNOW!
In order to make themselves more alluring, harem women ate fenugreek seeds to produce a seductive smell. You can eat fenugreek sprouts or make a tea of this herb, available at health food stores.
This How To Get Rid Of Body Odor article is taken from :
The Country Almanac of Home Remedies - Brigitte Mars
