Here is what your sweat can reveal about your health
Last updated on - Aug 22, 2019, 16:34 ISTShare fbsharetwsharepinshare
01/5Find out what your sweat reveals about your health
Sweating profusely is no pretty picture. However, it important to regulate your body's temperature. Sweating out helps to keep your cool so your body doesn't start overheating. While it does have an important function, it can also reveal a lot about your health. There are many ways your body can signal if something is wrong. Sweat is one of those ways. Here are a few things your sweat can reveal about your health.
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02/5You are in fine form
Sometimes sweating it out is not all bad news. If you experience heavy perspiration during an intense workout, it's a sign your are in good shape physically.A 2014 study found people who are fit are more likely to sweat a lot more and faster than those who are less active. Experts say this is because those who are more active tend to respond more quickly when their core temperature rises.
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03/5You may have very low blood sugar
If you perspire a lot, it could be a sign you have low blood sugar. This is because when your body is under stress it realises the hormone adrenaline, which can cause you to sweat a lot. Nausea, headaches, shakiness, and a fast heartbeat are some of the symptoms of very low blood sugar. Make sure to consult with a doctor if this is something you feel you may have.
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04/5You may have hyperhidrosis
If your palms and armpits are constantly sweaty, you may have hyperhidrosis. This condition occurs when you sweat excessively even if you are not exposed to heat. An antiperspirant or cream could help treat this issue. However, it is best to consult with a doctor to know which treatment option is best for you. You should also be on the lookout for anhidrosis, which occurs if you don't sweat that much even when doing an intense workout.
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05/5You may be stressed out
If your sweat is a little smelly, it's probably due to stress. This is because you have two types of sweat glands, according to the International Hyperhidrosis Society.Eccrine glands, that are in many parts of your body, produce odourless sweat. Meanwhile, apocrine glands, which is found in your armpits and groin, produce a smell that reeks when it encounters bacteria on the surface of the skin. When you are under emotional stress from work or relationships it can trigger your apocrine glands.
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