What Causes Foot Odor?
Sweat is the main cause of foot odor. Sweat itself does not produce an odor, but the bacteria that normally live on skin feed off of it and excrete waste – it is the bacteria’s waste that produces foot odor. Because feet are not as exposed to the air as our hands are, for example, the sweat does not have the opportunity to evaporate.
Some people are more prone to foot odor than others because they may sweat more. Excessive sweating may be caused by:
- Certain foods and beverages (spicy foods, hot beverages, alcohol)
- Certain medications
- Decreased production of testosterone
- Fevers
- Heredity
- Low blood sugar
- Menopause
- Overactive thyroid
How Can Therawear Help Cure Foot Odor?
Therawear offers various products that can help cure foot odor. Our moisture-wicking socks, shoe powders, and foot sprays help keep feet dry, while our foot soaks, scrubs, soaps and deodorants help eliminate odor-causing bacteria. Prevent and cure foot odor with help from Therawear.
