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1. Halitosis (Bad Breath)
- Caused by improper hygiene
- Diet
- Medications
- Gum disease
- Smoking
If you suffer from bad breath, it is important that not only are you brushing and flossing regularly, but that you are doing so properly. Investing in a tongue scraper, drinking water, breath mints and mouthwash can be used to abolish smelly breath. Scheduling regular dental check-ups is also central to avoiding problems oral hygiene problems. Mouthwash, such as Listerine, helps to ward off mouth infections and gums disease, as does flossing and brushing teeth regularly.
It is necessary to consult a doctor if the problem persists after attempting to get rid of the problem by following the above suggestions. There could be an internal problem, all with a distinct odor.
Possible Internal Problems:
- Diabetes
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Bronchial Infection
2. Flatulence (Excessive Gas) – the average person passes gas 14 times each day. More occurrences may suggest:
- Lactose intolerance
- Consuming particular foods
- Overgrowth of bacteria in colon
- Ingesting too much air
- It is important to watch how/what you eat.
- Monitor your fiber intake (replace your source of fiber with bran)
- Beano can be poured over food or taken orally before eating a bean dish.
Taking time to chew food in between bites can lessen the amount of air that gets in, and it facilitates food breakdown by the digestive system.
Foods that cause gas:
- Dietetic
- Sugar free candy and gum
- Carbonated soft drinks
- Food with whole grains and bran
If you suffer from a prolonged case of excessive gas, you may want to consult a doctor. Flatulence can be caused by internal problems.
Possible Internal Problems:
- Appendicitis
- Gallstones
- Stomach ulcer
- Irritable bowel syndrome
3. Body Odor
The body is composed of two major sweat glands. The eccrine gland is responsible for controlling the overall temperature of our body. There is no odor produced by these sweat glands. Most sweat glands are eccrine glands, which are found in abundance in the palm and foot area. Heat is principal catalyst to eccrine glands, but sweating can be the result of nervousness or spicy foods. The apocrine gland produces sweat in the groin and underarm area. The sweaty odor that we experience is the result of perspiration, which contains proteins and carbohydrates, reacting with bacteria on our skin. Those who have larger and more active apocrine glands or fail to eliminate bacteria will experience body odor. The apocrine glands are found in the armpits, areola (breast) area, labia majora, and anal regions as well.
- Excessive Sweating (diaphoresis, hyperhidrosis)
Various fevers, tuberculosis, hyperthyrodism, and migraines can trigger extreme sweating. However, sweating of the hands and feet can be the result of emotional situations, nervous agitation, hysteria or fright.
A body odor that does not give off a distinct sweaty stench, could signal internal problems.
Possible Internal Problems:
The smell of beer could indicate a yeast condition. Nail polish odor implies that one may suffer from diabetes, and the stench of ammonia can point to liver disease.
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