Question 1

what causes body odor?

Accepted Answer

Sweat: It is acted on by skin bacteria to produce b.O. The only treatment is good hygiene.

Question 2

what causes bad body odor?

Accepted Answer

Poor hygiene: Excess sweating. Eating highly seasoned foods like garlic, not bathing frequently, having skin infections, certain body secretions, incontinence - all of these can cause strong body odors.

Question 3

why don't i have any body odor?

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Body odor: Be grateful.
I presume you wash and dress carefully every day.

Question 4

what can cause a sour body odor?

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Different things: I'd like more information.  Is this an odor that's been persistent, or just appeared recently?  Is this an odor that only you're aware of, or other people have noticed?  Do you have any other medical diagnoses (such as diabetes)?  Barring common issues such as hygiene or diet changes, some causes of a new sour odor include hormonal imbalance or possible infection.

Question 5

i have body odor after showering?

Accepted Answer

Diet change: I assume you are using a good deodorant soap.  That said. 
Most of our body odor is due to the spices we have in our diet and the amount of meat we consume. 
Try changing your diet and see if that helps.   
Best of luck, jp.

Question 6

is there a diet to reduce body odor?

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Perhaps: If your diet is rich in foods like garlic , onions, etc. And other pungent foods then eliminating these may help.  If your odor persists and your diet is ok then you might want to to see your doctor and get tested for any metabolic abnormalities.

Question 7

what are good ways to reduce body odor?

Accepted Answer

B.O.: Wash more frequently and use an antibacterial soap.  If regular deodorant does not solve the problem, consult a dermatologist.  Use a topical antibiotic which works very well in most cases. The problem really is due to a certain type of bacteria eliminated early with with topical antibiotics. If you use regular deodorant use it only at night!

Question 8

what is the best way to cure body odor?

Accepted Answer

Bromhidrosis: Body odor or bromhidrosis is a very difficult problem. The first thing to diagnose is whether about the odor is really there. Often, the patient feels that he or she smells bad, but objective observers do not believe this is the case. Since body odor generally results from sweat glands in the armpits and groin, these areas can be treated to eliminate bacteria which caused the odor.
Dermatologists.

Question 9

how early is to early to have body odor?

Accepted Answer

Younger than 7: For girls younger than 7 years and for boys younger than 8 having body odor or other signs of puberty may signify early puberty.  Schedule a check up with your doctor and have them be evaluated.

Question 10

is there a safe way to reduce body odor?

Accepted Answer

Daily hygiene starts: With soap shower or bath, desoderant and/or antiperspirant. Some use talcum. Attention to feet may harbor fungi, and persistant issues in the private aeas may need medical investigation.

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