Causes and Remedies
An adult’s body can produce up to half a liter of perspiration per day. Some people suffer from excessive perspiration. This can occur all over the body, but also locally, such as your feet. How do you treat these sweaty subjects?
Sweat glands have an important function in the body. They regulate body heat. They also transport water and salts. A certain amount of perspiration is necessary for the body, but excessive production can lead to an unpleasant odor.
foot scent
There are many sweat glands on your feet. The sweat itself is odorless. It is only when it comes into contact with bacteria that live on your feet that the nasty foot odor arises. These bacteria thrive in a moist environment. Symptoms usually start during puberty and can persist for years. In exceptional cases, hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) is present from birth. Hyperhidrosis is when more than one hundred milliliters of fluid is produced in one armpit for five minutes. It is estimated that 0.5 percent of the population would suffer from hyperhidrosis.
The causes of excessive sweating:
- a metabolic disorder
- stress or a bad condition
- poorly ventilated shoes and socks
- bad fit of the shoes
- insufficient hygiene
Treat sweaty feet
There are several foot deodorants that dispel odors and counteract excessive sweat production. They have a cooling, refreshing effect and offer protection against new odor development. If the problem persists, it is best to consult your doctor.
If you suffer from sweaty feet, you can wash your feet twice a day. Then dry them well and put on clean socks. Socks made of natural materials, such as cotton, allow your feet to breathe. This also applies to shoes. Leather adapts to the shape of the feet. If the sole is also made of leather, the feet get a chance to breathe.
It is also good for your feet to put on a different pair of shoes every day. Putting on a different pair of shoes every day will give your shoes a chance to dry. This stops bacterial growth.
