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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
What Causes Smelly Armpits?<\/a><\/li>
Home Remedies for Smelly Armpits<\/a><\/li>
When to Seek Medical Help?<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n \n <\/span>\n $\"Join$ \n <\/a>\n
<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Nobody likes unpleasant body odour, especially when it\u2019s coming from your armpits! It can be embarrassing. The interaction of sweat and bacteria on your skin usually creates the unpleasant odour we all want to avoid. Before reading about home remedies, let\u2019s look at the reasons for the underarm smell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friendly Reminder: The information shared here is for educational purposes only and the reader should consult a registered medical practitioner before implementing any changes to their health routine.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>What Causes Smelly Armpits?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When we sweat, the fat, salt and water in the sweat mix with the bacteria already on our skin, resulting in the smell of the armpits. The food we eat, hormones and medications can play a role in the armpit odour. It may happen with anyone, but some people are more susceptible to developing body odour than others. Some of the factors which might lead to smelly armpits are:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Your genes may make you more prone to developing smelly armpits<\/li>\n\n\n\n
If you are stressed or anxious\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Exercising\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Hot weather\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
If your weight exceeds the standard weight recommendation\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Hair is a breeding ground for bacteria, providing an area for sweat and bacteria to interact. So, armpit hair might be a cause of smelly armpits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Medical Conditions that May Cause Smelly Armpits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Gout\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Infectious diseases ^{[8]<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n}
Liver and kidney diseases ^{[1]<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n}
Diabetes (causing diabetic ketoacidosis) ^{[1]<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n}
Menopause ^{[3]<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n}
Thyroid diseases ^{[1]<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nCertain Foods that May Cause Smelly Armpits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n}
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Sulphur-containing foods such as onions, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, red meat and garlic ^{[1]<\/sup><\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
Other foods that trigger body odour include caffeine, alcohol, hot sauce, and other spicy foods, such as curry or cumin ^{[5]<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Home Remedies for Smelly Armpits<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Here are a few home remedies for smelly armpits that you should try to eliminate the underarm smell. <\/p>
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