Updated On: 06 May, 2023 09:33 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi
Body odour arises when your sweat collides with bacteria present on the skin. Your body odour depends upon factors like diet, hormones, medications and underlying disorders. Experts lay out a comprehensive guide on sweating to tackle Mumbai’s humid weather

With soaring mercury levels, temperatures are expected to rise upto 37 degrees Celsius in May. Experts share a guide to tackle the problem of excessive sweating. Photo Courtesy: iStock
As the month of May unfolds, Mumbaikars can be seen sweating buckets. Street hawkers are now sourcing tissues and wet wipes to encash the soaring mercury levels. Come evenings, people gather at the beach in pursuit of a cool breeze. A close look at the weather forecast by the Mumbai Meteorological Department, reveals that temperatures are expected to touch 37 degrees Celsius this month. With humidity levels hovering around 75 percent, it’s time to sweat bullets.
Have you ever noticed that some people tolerate heat less than others? We all sweat, but some sweat a little more. Consequently, it triggers a foul odour and social hesitance owing to the sweat patches that develop around the underarms and collar. However, sweating is essential as it assists the body’s thermal regulation, skin hydration, and optimum fluid and electrolyte levels.
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