As per International Hyperhidrosis Association, approximately 7.8 million Americans are affected by excessive sweating. Usually, we produce sweat during a workout or in warm environments. But people suffering from excessive sweating often sweat more than normal, regardless of any physical need for it.
Apple cider vinegar has astringent property that controls the sweating process. It helps to balance the pH levels of the body, especially under the arms or feet, to get rid of the bacteria. Being an antiperspirant, it forms a coat on the skin which ensures the pores are closed.
Apple Cider Vinegar for Underarm Sweating
- Using a cotton ball, apply apple cider vinegar to the armpits before going to bed.
- Leave it for overnight and then wash it with water in the next morning.
- Continue this process every night.
Note: Dilute acv with enough water, if you experience any irritation.
Apple Cider Vinegar for Sweaty Feet
- Pour 1 liter of water and ½ cup of apple cider vinegar in a foot basin and stir well.
- Place your feet in it and soak it for about 15 – 20 minutes.
- Apple cider vinegar can also be added to your bath.
- Follow this process regularly.
Alternative Method: Wash your feet with mild soap and water. Dry them thoroughly and apply acv using a cotton ball. Leave it to dry completely. Repeat the process daily.
ACV Drink
- Add 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar to water and stir well.
- Add honey to taste.
- Stir it well and drink it in the morning on an empty stomach.
Lemon is another effective remedy to control sweating. It has citric acid that eliminates the bacteria and its pleasant fragrance makes it as a natural deodorant.
Note: Do not step into the sun after using this method, so the best time is to apply is at night.
Lemon for Armpit Sweating
- Mix 1 teaspoon each of lemon juice and baking soda in a small bowl.
- Apply this paste on the armpits thoroughly by using cotton pad.
- Let it sit for about 20 – 30 minutes and then wash it with water.
- Continue doing this regularly.
Alternative Method: Rub half lemon on the underarms by gently squeezing it. Leave it overnight or if you cannot, leave it for 15 – 30 minutes and rinse off with water. If you are sensitive to lemon juice, dilute it with some water and apply it using a cotton ball.
Caution: Try the above treatment only before going to bed as lemon juice can make your skin photo sensitive. Apart from treating excessive sweating, it can also whiten your underarms or any other part of the body.
Lemon for Armpit Sweating
- Mix 1 teaspoon each of lemon juice and baking soda in a small bowl.
- Apply this paste on the armpits thoroughly by using cotton pad.
- Let it sit for about 20 – 30 minutes and then wash it with water.
- Continue doing this regularly.
Sweat contains certain acids that encourage bacteria to thrive. Baking soda is alkaline in nature which effectively lowers the pH level of the sweat prone areas in our body by simply counteracting with the acids. It will also act as a natural deodorant.
- Combine enough amounts of baking soda and cornstarch.
- Clean the underarms thoroughly and apply the mixture on them.
- Leave it on for 30 minutes and rinse it off with water.
- For more effective results, add any essential oil into the mixture.
- Follow the process regularly.
Note: Make sure to wear loose fitted clothes
Alternative Method: After taking bath, apply some baking soda on the sweat prone areas. Discard the excess amount of baking soda and leave it to dry without rinsing off.
Sweating maintains the body temperature and flushes out the toxins from the body. The same is done by drinking plenty of water. So, it restricts your body to produce less amount of sweat. As you already know stress is considered one of the main reasons for sweating. Water helps your body to stay calm in stressful situations. So, it is very important to drink plenty of water. Not just water, you can drink other fluids too which can help your body replenish the minerals that you lose while sweating. Here are few drinks you can consume to stay hydrated.
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Originally posted 2019-09-22 00:05:04.
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