Question:
How to stop body odor?
2009-10-14 23:47:51 UTC
I shower every day.
I wear clean clothes every day.

I have gym class, which I do the absolute minimum in during the class, so I can't cut down on activity anymore. I use body spray after class, which helps for a little while, but eventually dies out.

I can't tell where it's coming from because every time I smell an individual body part it smells fresh, but I'm positive that the odor is coming from me. It's not coming from the armpits.

Would patting baby powder on myself help? Would talc be better?

What else can I do to cut down on body odor?
Ten answers:
RuFuS
2009-10-15 01:11:52 UTC
diet, diet, diet.

and i don't mean, "go on a diet", i mean look at your diet (what you eat). what we put into our bodies directly affects what comes out of them. this is the single most important aspect of health & it is also the most overlooked.

it sounds like your experiencing some sort of biological imbalance. do you have a balanced diet: one based on whole grains, fresh vegetables, fruit & legumes? i suggest avoiding meat and dairy as much as possible.

you can also systematically map out which element(s) are contributing to your symptoms by categorically elliminating one food item at a time over a period of time.

personally though, that sounds like too much work, i would suggest avoiding the "SAD" (Standard American Diet) altogether & just focusing on getting plenty of whole grains, vegetables, fruits & legumes (& in that order too).

you never mentioned whether or not you wear deoderant. . ? i reccommend picking up a salt crystal (sold at most drugstores & health food stores if not in the grocery store), they last forever, work great, won't leave any residues & are all natural. PLUS, you can use em' everywhere if need be. by the end of the day i know whether or not i used mine (hopefully others don't).

also, can you shower after gym class?

one last thing to consider: good oral hygeine (i.e. flossing and brushing daily)
bellflower
2016-12-15 12:53:21 UTC
Ways To Stop Body Odor
Ynomeikiba of Illidan
2009-10-14 23:56:44 UTC
Where exactly is this body odor coming from? There are medical conditions that can cause something that smells like body odor from odd places that can be treated. Sometimes infections can even mask their smell in a similar way. If you can pinpoint where it is coming from, and it is not in a seemingly normal place (armpits, chest, groin) then you may want to seek a doctor.
Still
2009-10-15 01:25:30 UTC
true, what goes into our bodies is a big part of what comes out, believe it or not odor could be coming from your feet, as long as its anywhere on you you will smell it. if its not your armpits chances are its your feet, crotch, or thighs. but you would need to put on rub on deodorant because that works better than spray.
2016-02-26 10:12:07 UTC
Wash under arms daily with soap and warm water Experiment with different deodorant to see which works And Never apply deodorant to sweaty pits, it only make them more clogged and produces more rash
Jeanette
2009-10-15 04:43:37 UTC
Are you fond of spicy food.? Some medicines we take may also affect how we smell. Do you perspire a lot? Talc powder after a bath could also help. You may also see a dermatologist.
William T
2009-10-15 02:49:03 UTC
Gold Bond Medicated Powder is an excellent choice. I assume that you're already using deodorant every day as well as showering. If that doesn't help them mention it to your physician, some people need a stronger deodorant that cannot be purchased over the counter.
Caylee
2009-10-15 01:25:33 UTC
Try taking a bath instead of a shower add 2 table spoons or more of sea salt with a teaspoon of vinager.



BTW.. you wont smell like vinager it will just soak the oder out of your skin
2009-10-15 18:57:02 UTC
well wittle girl! wear something called DEODORANT! note, de odor ant
2009-10-15 01:30:09 UTC
I gather your a teenager - you will find some good advice here:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/16617/parents_help_your_teens_body_odor_disappear.html


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