What causes foot odor?

Question

I know it has something to do with bacteria and such being the culprit but how is produced and caused?

Is underarm odor caused by the same thing?

Answer 1

Foot odor often results from wearing shoes and/or socks, especially shoes or socks with inadequate air ventilation, for many hours. Since human feet are densely covered with sweat glands, excessive perspiration of the feet is the result. This perspiration and warmth provide ideal conditions for bacteria and/or fungi to thrive. The presence of the bacteria and/or fungi does not in and of itself cause odor; instead, as the bacteria consume dead skin cells and moisture, they in turn produce waste material. This waste material is the cause of foot odor. As physical activity increases, foot perspiration, bacterial growth, and bacterial waste production all increase, causing odor to intensify.

Answer 2

bateria. Do not use any fabric softner. Wash your feet with a good soap. Like Ivory or Dial. These soaps deep clean your pours. wear good shoes, cheap shoes tend to sweat more. Same thing with arm pits. Clean area well, and try to not use too much deodorant or none at all.

Answer 3

too much meat in the diet , fungus ,or bacteria.change your diet get anti bacteria cream like triple cream or fungicide.wash and dry thoroughly and keep dry odors from bacteria have trouble growing in dry environment.

Answer 4

bacteria