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(c) 2009&&&How to Sweat Less: 32 Natural Ways to Stop Excessive Sweating In Less Than Two WeeksUpdated on November 22, 2014
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Is Excessive Sweating Affecting Your Life?Are you one of those people who can't stay dry? Are you often embarrassed of your sopping wet armpits and constantly stained undershirts? Basically: Do you feel like you're sweating too much? If so, There are dozens of simple, inexpensive, and natural ways to not only stop this, but to actually improve the smell of your body odor. This can all be done at home and doesn't require any special treatment at a facility.
Unless you’re engaged in intense physical exercise, excessive sweating is nothing to rave about. Think about all those awkward clammy handshakes at formal business meetings or the nightmare of being in a crowded elevator. Excessive body sweating may lead to low self-esteem and confidence. To make matters worse, out of self-pity and frustration, victims tend to shy away from social events to avoid embarrassment. Many people may think you're not hygienic or healthy, when, really, this condition can't be helped.
This condition is known as as Hyperhidrosis. It affects about 1% of all populations and mainly targets the palms or soles of the feet. It occurs when the sympathetic nervous system gets overactive and creates more sweat than needed.
If you think it’s a serious problem, it would be best to consult a medical professional. For easy, non-prescriptive, and natural ways to stop the sweating on your own, see below for some simple tips.
Tips to Help You Control or Stop Sweating Stay calm. Stress and nervousness instantly triggers the sweat glands.
Cut down your caffeine intake. Caffeine tends to create anxiety which, in return, triggers the body to excessively sweat.
Acupuncture. It may look painful, but it's not. In fact, this simple, ancient technique works like gangbusters. Acupuncture targets certain body parts to balance energy and also relaxes the brain by controlling the hypothalamus, which leads to sweat reduction.
Take a cold shower. In spite of the uncomfortable effects of a cold shower, it really works wonders. While you are at it, try using an antibacterial soap to ensure the body is clean and odor-free.
Avoid taking hot baths. While baths may be useful in eliminating toxins through increased body temperature, the problems of excessive sweating surely outweigh their benefits.
Drink tomato juice. This is my own, personal handy tip. I love tomato juice and it has helped me reduce my sweating. All those extra vitamins and nutrients come in handy.
Drink a lot of water. Hydration keeps body temperatures low and therefore less sweat will be produced. Water is vital to life. It effectively flushes out excess minerals and pushes out all toxins and waste products. Experts recommend six to eight glasses of water everyday.
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Avoid sugary, spicy, and chemically-processed foods. You are what you eat. Spicy foods may be delightful, tasty, and even healthy, but they do cause your body to sweat more frequently in short time periods. A large intake of chemical toxins will aggravate sweating. The same goes for high fructose syrup used by some manufactures to sweeten food. It gets even worse especially for overweight people. Any of those instant, pre-made, packaged, frozen, greasy, ready-to-eat and fast foods are an absolute no no.
Eat the “right” foods. Fewer complex B vitamins in your body means it cannot allow for an efficient absorption of nutrients and a proper breakdown of toxins and body waste. This means a strained body which leads to more sweat. So what foods should you eat?
Whole grains. Whole grains are great sources of B-vitamins and fiber.
Fresh fruits. Whatever your preference, fresh fruits in general should form a crucial component in your daily regimen. Any will do, including cherries, peaches, watermelons, apples, oranges, and plums. The list is endless. You could try having a fruit salad for breakfast or pack it as a snack in between meals.
Vegetables. If you don’t like just salads, veggies are excellent too as they are rich in B Vitamins.
Proteins. Recommended: Fish, eggs, and moderate amounts of red meat. As for vegetarians, beans, tofu, and eggs work well, too. If you can, avoid deep-fried foods like the plague.
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Avoid hot drinks. When it comes to excessive sweating, hot beverages (especially coffee) are your worst enemy. Imagine the effect they give if you are just about to go for an important meeting or make a presentation. Try going for fresh-squeezed juice, lemonade, or iced-beverages to regulate your temperature.
Drink sage tea. Taking these herbs two to four times a day keeps the body functioning, as well regulating sweat production.
Boil tea bags, then soak your hands and feet in them. While this may seem questionable, it's actually a very effective home remedy that will help to control your excessive armpit sweating.
Rub your armpits with wool pads. Make sure that the wool pads are first soaked in a mixture of baking soda and lemon juice.
Avoid alcohol, cigarettes, and drugs. This is an absolute no-brainer. These chemicals make it harder for the body to control sweating because they cause a delay in blood circulation.
Yoga. Yoga is one of the best natural ways to control excessive sweating. This can be through meditation, calming down the nerves, and then subsequently lessening sweat production. Since yoga teaches proper breathing, it works well especially when one is stressed or uneasy.
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Even More Tips on How to Reduce SweatingSome cold water for the road. There’s no better cold drink than water, especially on a hot day. Cold water is essential to reduce stress, regulate body temperature and keep those sweat glands under control. Make sure you always have a bottle or canteen with you, especially while mobile or traveling.
Avoid nylons and polyesters. Wear natural fibers. Cotton and wool are preferable in helping the skin “breathe.” They provide ample space around the armpit area which allow for evaporation and free flow of air.
Wear loose-fitting clothes. If your clothing is too tight, you are depriving your skin enough air to circulate around it. This increases sweating and triggers the sweat glands to produce more. During especially hot weather, it’s a good idea to keep your collar open or simply wear light clothes, like a T-shirt and linen pants.
Carry an extra shirt. Be smart and keep a change of clothes if possible, particularly during hot days.
Wear undershirts. High quality undershirts made of cotton or just a T-shirt will help absorb body sweat and make it evaporate fast.
Starch your shirts. Starching prevents the shirts from sticking to your body, which in turn keeps the body cool because the space inside allows for circulation of air.
Keep your head cool. When exposed to the sun for long periods of time, a hat and shades will come in handy. Sunglasses help protect your eyes from extremely bright conditions and harmful ultraviolet rays. Opt for sunglasses with polarized lenses and reflective coating. A hat protects the head from heating and sunstroke.
Wear socks. Socks help keep the feet cooler by absorbing feet perspiration and also yields faster evaporation.
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Lose some weight. It’s a fact that 90% of people who suffer from excess sweating are overweight. Cutting down on that extra weight drastically increases your chances of dealing with excess body sweat.
Use the bathroom. The bathroom is a good place to make some last minute preparations. You can change clothes, apply deodorant, or simply clean up excess sweat using cold water.
Don’t exercise before important events. Exercise is good for the body and an important routine for healthy living. However, an intense workout increases your body temperature and that means more sweat. If you really must exercise, keep your stress levels low to reduce excess sweating. Also, when you’re done, see the tip above about a cold shower. :-)
Keep your cool in air-conditioned places. When you are traveling or just walking, make periodic stops at a few air-conditioned places to control your body temperature.
Avoid using deodorant or soap. This may come as a surprise and may be unknown to most people. Often, the effects of deodorant or soap are not compatible with your body and will do you more harm than good. They cause more bacteria to build up on the skin, which end up setting off a foul odor. This is why it’s important to choose a deodorant or soap that suits your body.
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Arrive early. Avoid rushing to work, important appointments, meetings or even that dinner date. Make it a habit to always leave early. By arriving well ahead of time, your stress and anxiety levels are low. Moreover, your exercise level is reduced and the extra time will help you cool down. You could even use the free time to drink cold water.
Keep your head cool. When exposed to the sun for long periods of time, a hat and shades will come in handy. Sunglasses help protect your eyes from extremely bright conditions and harmful ultraviolet rays. Opt for sunglasses with polarized lenses and reflective coating. A hat protects the head from overheating and sunstroke.
No deodorant, no problem. Check into a pharmacy and look for a product with aluminum chloride as its active ingredient. This helps in reducing excess sweating by blocking the sweat pores.
Shave those underarms and groin areas. Shaving is one of the most effective natural methods to overcoming excessive sweating. The reason is simple: Accumulation of sweat tends to occur around the hairs. As a result, bacteria will soon start feeding on them with great vigor. In no time, the underarms will emit an unpleasant odor, due to the toxins discharged by the bacteria.
Don’t give up searching! Sometimes, the causes of excessive sweating may be due to hereditary factors, puberty, or hormonal imbalances. As a result, the tips listed above may not help much. Fortunately, doctors are now able to assist patients suffering from Hyperhidrosis. With the advancement of science today, there are treatments for the disorder. These include surgeries, iontophpresis, Botox and even topical antiperspirants. An effective way to heal the problem is Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy (ETS). There are many more ways to help stop excessive sweating. Consult with your doctor for more assistance.
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Sweating is a natural process, but it can turn dreadful if it goes out of hand. You can take comfort that you are not alone. Though various treatments are available, the natural methods of preventing excessive body sweating which are inexpensive and easier to implement.
At 32 tips and counting, and we are just warming up! No need to keep worrying. You can now gain your freedom and start living and enjoying life without dreading the warm days. Save yourself the embarrassment and banish all worries of wet underarms and sweaty palms quickly, easily, and naturally.
If you are sweating a storm, wondering how to start going out even on hot days without trying to keep your armpits cool or covered, it is possible to stop excessive body sweating in less than two weeks, without using expensive sweating treatments. You don't have to feel frustrated and embarrassed anymore.
Good luck!
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