sweat is composed mainly of water and salt nd contains trace amounts of other electrolytes—substances that help regulate the balance of fluids in your body. Sweating is natural and in fact good for your body.

But sweating excessively can be embarrassing and annoying. Besides, the body odor that arises as a result of sweating is even more irritating. Perspiration as such is virtually odorless. But when it comes in contact with the bacteria on your skin, the smell that emanates can be extremely unpleasant.

Tips to beat body odor
Here are a few tips that will help you fight excessive sweating and body odor:

• Take bath everyday—if possible twice. This will reduce the bacteria on your skin.

• Dry yourself well after a bath. Bacteria and fungi thrive well in moist environments like the armpits, toes, etc. and cause bad odor.

• Use talcum powder to absorb sweat and unwanted dampness.

• Maintain two or more pairs of footwear. Try not to wear the same pair for 2 or more days in a row.

• Choose leather footwear over synthetic ones.

• Wear cotton socks—they absorb sweat better than synthetic material.

• Change socks and undergarments everyday.

• Give your feet enough air. When you are at home, keep your feet bare.

• Control stress by doing light exercises or other techniques like yoga and meditation.

• Avoid foods that trigger sweating and body odor in you.

• Use antiperspirants and deodorants.

• Wear cotton clothing.