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Why is my body odor so horrible lately? i have never had this problem before. i have to apply deoderant many times a day and i shower 2 times a day.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Body odor: Your bad body odor may be due to the foods you are eating. Foods rich in choline like eggs, organ meats, and certain types of beans may be responsible. Check with your doctor.

Dr Sneid agreed

Answered 7/11/2018

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