Is Sweat A Turn-On?

"Never let them see you sweat" may be a mantra that has been drilled into you thanks to sweat's perceived relation to nervousness. But what about "smelling" you sweat? Odd but true: the Journal of Neuroscience reports that humans, like rats and butterflies, may use chemosignals to attract mates.

Researchers simulated the scent of sweat, then had participants take a whiff while scientists measured their physiological vital signs- body temperature, skin response, ear pulse, blood pressure, heat rate, and breathing. The results revealed that the simulated sweat scent improved the participants' moods as well as their level of physiological and sexual arousal. The longer they lingered with the smell, the better they felt.

This might be why our bodies are naturally conditioned to sweat a little when first talking to someone of sexual interest. Sure, it's nerves, but it might be beyond that. This also might be why it's been shown that couple that do workout sessions together have better between the sheet sessions together too.

Unfortunately, you have the ability to alter your body's innately alluring scent by the foods you choose eat. And that's why it's a good idea to eat body odor-minimizing Bites with Benefits foods to help improve your natural flora, while skipping those shown to make our sweat smell not so sweet- like red meats, processed white flour, and hydrogenated oils.

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