This transformation usually appears around the age of forty. By 40 or 50, many people already notice that their body odor has changed.👉 Dr. Shinichiro Haze, a Japanese researcher, has shown that this phenomenon is directly linked to skin chemistry. Therefore, it’s not a matter of hygiene, but rather a natural biological process.
Factors that worsen body odor: While aging is inevitable, certain elements accentuate this “old” smell: Stress: It alters the composition of sweat and intensifies odors. Unbalanced diet: Excess fats or alcohol amplify the production of odor compounds. Medications: Some treatments are eliminated through the skin and alter body odor. Skin microbiome: The bacteria present on the skin evolve and produce more odor molecules. Elimination functions: When the liver and kidneys are overworked, some toxins pass through the skin. Slowed cell renewal: Dead cells accumulate, decompose, and release persistent odors.
This combination of factors explains why body odor becomes more persistent over the years. When should you see a doctor? In some cases, body odor can indicate a more serious health problem. A very strong, sudden, or unusual odor should raise concern. It could be related to poorly controlled diabetes, a skin infection, a hormonal disorder, or even a liver or kidney problem.
