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Ketosis: The Science Behind Unpleasant Body Odor

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Ketosis is the state of increased calorie burning in the body. This happens because the body is using fat instead glucose to produce energy. This causes a rapid weight loss. Additionally, toxins are eliminated through urine or the feces. During this time you may notice an unusual body odor. Ketosis is a natural approach to shed weight quickly. It produces ketones which are substances that the body utilizes to break down fat. They also are released through sweat. Acetone is the primary ketone. Body odor is caused by too many of these compounds. One way to combat the issue is to make use of a lemon. Slice the lemon in half and wrap them around your armpits. This will get rid of the smell. You can also try half a lemon or a slice a lemon if you don't own one. This can last up to three to five days. Another trick to combat body odor from ketosis is to drink plenty of water. This can eliminate toxins from your mouth and stop bacteria from growing. To aid in the process, bathe with hot w...