{"id":25288,"date":"2021-07-12T23:26:12","date_gmt":"2021-07-12T23:26:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/?p=25288"},"modified":"2021-07-15T18:45:18","modified_gmt":"2021-07-15T18:45:18","slug":"causes-of-body-odor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/causes-of-body-odor\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Surprising Causes of Body Odor Worth Knowing"},"content":{"rendered":"<em>The main causes of body odor might surprise you. Here, we detail what they are with tips to restore a pleasant\u2014or at the very least, neutral\u2014bodily scent.<\/em>\r\n\r\nBody odor happens to the best of us. However, while it&#8217;s completely natural, it can sometimes hinder your confidence and comfort level being around other people. Of course, we don&#8217;t want to get to that point. But luckily, if you smell more pungent than usual, you&#8217;ve come to the right place.\r\n\r\nKeep reading for the lowdown on your BO, including surprising facts about sweating, the causes of body odor, and tips to stop the stench.\r\n<h2>Sources of Body Odor<\/h2>\r\nFirst things first: Did you know that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6267001\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sweat itself is actually odorless<\/a>? That said, bacterial growth is the main culprit at play when it comes to strong smells.\r\n\r\nAccording to a 2020 review of bacteria-based body odor, the primary sources of such smells <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7215946\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">come from small volatile organic compounds (VOCs)<\/a> that are either:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>produced in the skin + mouth<\/li>\r\n \t<li>carried from the gut to the bloodstream<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nWhile these compounds and processes are normal and even serve vital physiological functions, an excess can result in foul-smelling body odor.\r\n\r\nFurther, skin and sweat aside, humans naturally emit odors via:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>breath<\/li>\r\n \t<li>saliva<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/why-does-my-pee-smell-bad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">waste<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li>penile + <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/is-vaginal-discharge-normal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">vaginal fluids<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<img data-dominant-color=\"9f937f\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #9f937f;\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25310 aligncenter not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Types-of-sweat-glands-The-Wellnest-by-HUM-Nutrition.jpg\" alt=\"Woman toweling off after sweating from a workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"514\" \/>\r\n<h2>Types of Sweat Glands<\/h2>\r\nNext, before we get to the root causes of body odor, it&#8217;s worth noting that there are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/hyperhidrosis\/multimedia\/sweat-glands\/img-20007980\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">two types of sweat glands<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Eccrine Glands<\/h3>\r\nFirst, eccrine sweat is typically clear. It consists of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6267001\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">up to 99 percent water<\/a>, yet also contains:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>sodium chloride<\/li>\r\n \t<li>urea<\/li>\r\n \t<li>fatty, lactic + other acids<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nEccrine glands are present on most body parts and emit sweat directly to the skin&#8217;s surface. Their main function is to produce sweat to help your body cool off.\r\n<h3>Apocrine Glands<\/h3>\r\nSecond, apocrine glands produce sweat that&#8217;s less acidic. On top of its water content, apocrine sweat contains:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>lipids<\/li>\r\n \t<li>proteins<\/li>\r\n \t<li>carbohydrates<\/li>\r\n \t<li>steroids<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nApocrine glands are present in areas with hair follicles\u2014such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/scalp-massage-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the scalp<\/a>, underarms, and private regions\u2014yet only function once puberty hits. Sweat transits through these follicles before rising to the skin&#8217;s surface.\r\n\r\nAlso known as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK482278\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">odoriferous sweat glands<\/a>, these are the ones at play when it comes to undesired, foul, and excess body odor.\r\n\r\n<img data-dominant-color=\"886e44\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #886e44;\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25308 aligncenter not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/foods-that-cause-body-odor-The-Wellnest-by-HUM-Nutrition.jpg\" alt=\"Man slicing onion and garlic, both of which are foods that cause body odor\" width=\"770\" height=\"473\" \/>\r\n<h2>3 Causes of Body Odor<\/h2>\r\nNow that we know about how body odor manifests, let&#8217;s dive into the actual <em>causes<\/em> of body odor.\r\n<h3>1. Certain Foods<\/h3>\r\nAs the saying goes, you are what you eat\u2014and sometimes, when you eat smelly foods, your body odor will reflect that.\r\n\r\nSo what foods cause body odor? Some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10071744\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">main culprits<\/a>\u00a0include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>onions<\/li>\r\n \t<li>garlic<\/li>\r\n \t<li>cumin<\/li>\r\n \t<li>curry powder (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4894452\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fenugreek<\/a>, coriander + cumin)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nAll of these foods <a href=\"https:\/\/wexnermedical.osu.edu\/blog\/5-foods-and-drinks-that-affect-body-odor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">produce sulfur<\/a> as your body breaks them down. This process results not only in body odor, but also smelly breath and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/why-do-we-fart\/\">gas<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/why-do-we-fart\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Speaking of flatulence<\/a>, fiber-rich cruciferous veggies are other foods that cause body odor and gas alike. These include the likes of:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>cabbage<\/li>\r\n \t<li>broccoli<\/li>\r\n \t<li>cauliflower<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Brussels sprouts<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nLastly, additional foods that cause body odor may include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16891352\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">red meat<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li>seafood<\/li>\r\n \t<li>spicy foods<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/long-term-effects-of-alcohol\/\">alcohol<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Tip:<\/strong> Fill up your plate with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/eat-the-rainbow\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">colorful produce<\/a>. Just as certain foods can cause bad body odor, others can potentially make you smell better.\r\n\r\nAccording to a 2017 study, men who ate a diet rich in fruits and vegetables\u2014particularly ones high in carotenoids\u2014had <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S1090513816301933?via%3Dihub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">more pleasant-smelling sweat<\/a>.\r\n<h3>2. Poor Gut Function<\/h3>\r\nAs we saw above, body odor is linked to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/gut-health-and-immune-system\/\">gut health<\/a>. If your gut isn&#8217;t functioning optimally, you may notice a surge in bad smells.\r\n\r\nIrregular intestinal transit time,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/what-is-leaky-gut\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">a leaky gut<\/a>, and other manifestations of compromised gut barrier function may \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7215946\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">increase the penetration of bacterial metabolites<\/a>\u00a0to the circulation.\u201d\r\n\r\n<strong>Tip:<\/strong> Trying to simultaneously stop the stink and restore your gut health and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/how-digestion-works\/\">digestion<\/a>?\r\n\r\nThe following measures can help:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>eating a well-balanced, anti-inflammatory diet<\/li>\r\n \t<li>avoiding processed foods<\/li>\r\n \t<li>keeping a food journal and\/or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/how-to-do-an-elimination-diet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">following an elimination diet<\/a>\u00a0to pinpoint sensitivities<\/li>\r\n \t<li>taking a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/what-are-period-poops\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">high-quality probiotic<\/a> and\/or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/best-digestive-enzymes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">digestive enzymes<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3>3. Stress<\/h3>\r\nThere&#8217;s a good chance you already know that stress can cause body odor. After all, sweating (and accompanying bacterial growth) is a common side effect of being nervous or worried.\r\n\r\nAccording to a 2013 review, psychological stimuli <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23428634\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">regulate apocrine sweating<\/a>. Specifically in the axilla (aka armpits), &#8220;psychological sweating leads to increased sweat output and malodour formation.&#8221;\r\n\r\n<strong>Tip:<\/strong> Sure, reducing stress is easier said than done. Thankfully, however, there are many natural ways to combat stress.\r\n\r\nSome worthy ideas include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>getting enough <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/mighty-night\/\">sleep<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/what-is-burnout\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">avoiding burnout<\/a> at work<\/li>\r\n \t<li>practicing stress-reducing rituals such as yoga, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/how-to-start-meditating\/\">meditation<\/a>, or breathwork<\/li>\r\n \t<li>taking adaptogen <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/what-vitamins-and-supplements-should-i-take\/\">supplements<\/a> such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/stress-gummies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ashwagandha gummies<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/benefits-of-rhodiola-rosea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rhodiola rosea<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<img data-dominant-color=\"ac9388\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #ac9388;\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-25312 size-full not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/What-causes-body-odor-The-Wellnest-by-HUM-Nutrition.jpg\" alt=\"Woman applying deodorant after shower to prevent body odor\" width=\"770\" height=\"447\" \/>\r\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\r\nAs we learned, specific foods, gut health, and stress can all cause body odor.\r\n\r\nAt the same time, it&#8217;s important to follow standard hygienic practices. These include but aren&#8217;t limited to:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>showering soon after working out or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/infrared-saunas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sweating excessively<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li>wearing clean clothes + breathable fabrics<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/best-natural-deodorant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">applying deodorant<\/a> regularly<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nHowever, if you still take measures to address these root causes and you still notice atypical and foul body odor, it may signal a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/script\/main\/art.asp?articlekey=149212\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">greater health issue<\/a> at play. 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Here, we detail what they are with tips to restore a pleasant\u2014or at the very least, neutral\u2014bodily scent. Body odor happens to the best of us. However, while it&#8217;s completely natural, it can sometimes hinder your confidence and comfort level being around other people. 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