Body Odor Last updated: Oct 09, 2008

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Signs, symptoms and indicators | Contributing risk factors | Recommendations

 
 

Body odor is the result of one or a combination of various causes such as perspiration, irregularities in digestion and other intestinal problems, organ and metabolic malfunctions, infections, and emotional stress.

Perspiration is the most common culprit of body odor. The body perspires to cool the skin and to release wastes and toxins from the blood. The body also perspires as a natural reaction to nervous stress. When perspiration and skin oils react with the bacteria that are typically present on the skin, the result is a rancid or acrid odor.

 
 

Signs, symptoms & indicators of Body Odor:
 
 
Symptoms - Metabolic  Foot odor/sweating

Counter-indicators:
  Absence of foot odor/sweating

Symptoms - Skin - General
Counter-indicators:
  Absence of body odor
 
 

Risk factors for Body Odor:
 
 
Cell Salts  Cell Salt, Kali Phos Need
  Cell Salt, Silica Need

Environment / Toxicity
  General Detoxification Requirement
 Cases of severe body odor have been resolved with water fasting and a healthier diet.One such case is described in an older book, The Miracle of Fasting by Paul Bragg.

Nutrients
  Zinc Requirement
 If you have body odor, try taking zinc. Studies have shown that taking 30-50mg daily will dramatically reduce certain body odors, although less may be needed. Zinc may also reduce perspiration and sweaty feet.

Organ Health
  Liver Detoxification / Support Requirement
  Kidney Weakness / Disease
 
 

Recommendations for Body Odor:
 
 
Botanical  Chlorella / Algae Products
 Chlorella is an excellent and concentrated source of chlorophyll.

Extract
  Chlorophyll
 Chlorophyll is one of many green foods that has been used in folk medicine to freshen breath and eliminate body odors. One or two chlorophyll tablets, chlorophyll liquid or other chlorophyll containing products should be taken with each meal to see if it acts as a deodorizer for you.

Mineral
  Magnesium
 See the link between Body Odor and Zinc.

Skin
  Lavilin
 A unique herbal deodorant exists that is free of aluminum and other harsh chemicals, yet so effective that just one application can eliminate perspiration odor for days without the need to reapply even after showering. This product is available from most health food stores. Lavilin makes a foot deodorant also. Ingredients: zinc oxide, petroleum jelly, talc, potato starch, calendula oil, arnica oil, vitamin E, ascorbyl palmitate, citric acid, natural fragrance.
 
 


KEY
Weak or unproven link
Strong or generally accepted link
Strongly counter-indicative
May do some good
Likely to help
Highly recommended

David called his mother in Florida.
He said to his mother, "Ma, how are you doing?"
She said, "Oy, not too good. I've been very weak."
David then asked, "Why are you so weak?"
She said, "Because I haven't eaten in 38 days."
David then asked, "Ma, how come you haven't eaten in 38 days.?"
She said, "Because I didn't want my mouth to be filled with food when you called."





GLOSSARY

Bacteria:  Microscopic germs. Some bacteria are "harmful" and can cause disease, while other "friendly" bacteria protect the body from harmful invading organisms.

Metabolism:  The chemical processes of living cells in which energy is produced in order to replace and repair tissues and maintain a healthy body. Responsible for the production of energy, biosynthesis of important substances, and degradation of various compounds.

Milligram:  (mg): 1/1,000 of a gram by weight.

Zinc:  An essential trace mineral. The functions of zinc are enzymatic. There are over 70 metalloenzymes known to require zinc for their functions. The main biochemicals in which zinc has been found to be necessary include: enzymes and enzymatic function, protein synthesis and carbohydrate metabolism. Zinc is a constituent of insulin and male reproductive fluid. Zinc is necessary for the proper metabolism of alcohol, to get rid of the lactic acid that builds up in working muscles and to transfer it to the lungs. Zinc is involved in the health of the immune system, assists vitamin A utilization and is involved in the formation of bone and teeth.