How do you know if you stink?

Try this: sniff coffee or charcoal for a full minute. Then go back and take a whiff of your underarm or other potentially offending area. In a pinch, you could even smell the crook of your elbow, which contains few sweat glands.

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You likely know someone with persistent B.O. Hopefully you're not that person.

But how would you know?

The problem is that it's very difficult to detect your own body odor because your olfactory systems are desensitized to your particular aromas, says Pamela Dalton, Ph.D., M.P.H., at the Monell Chemical Senses Center.

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It's the same with your home, office, or any other space that you frequent: You grow accustomed to the scent. It's only after you leave and then return that you detect the odors anew.

But back to B.O.

"Everyone sweats, and eventually everyone will experience a bad odor day, but there are definitely people who sweat more or who have more body odor than others," says Dr. Susan Massick, dermatologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. This content is imported from poll. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. But that doesn't mean you have to be that guy, because there are a few ways you can attempt to detect your own body odor. Here's how:

Trick your olfactory system

It's not foolproof, but you can try to reset your sense of smell by inhaling an odor that's distinctly different from your own.

"It’s almost like a white-noise reset to the olfactory system," says Dalton.

Sniff the most pungent areas

Your armpits and groin are typically the stinkiest areas on your body, says Massick. That's because these areas are full of apocrine glands, which produce odor-emitting sweat after mixing with the bacteria on your skin.

Train Your Nose

Women are usually better at identifying B.O. than men. Dalton theorizes it's because guys just aren't as in-tune to the scents around them. "They’re not actively scanning the environment to see, 'Is it me? Is it my cubicle mate over there?'' she says. It's not easy, but Dalton says you can train yourself to recognize and identify different odors. You can improve your sense of smell by paying attention to the various aromas when you're cooking or shopping for cologne. Think about the notes and what object or item they represent.

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Is drinking apple cider vinegar everyday good for you?

ACV is generally safe when consumed in moderation — no more than 1 to 2 tablespoons (tbsp) daily. But drinking excessive amounts of ACV can decrease potassium to hazardous levels. ACV may interact with some medications (including diuretics, laxatives, and certain medications for diabetes and heart disease).

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ACV has garnered superfood status, and fans of the vinegar say that it can cure nearly everything that ails you — weight gain, digestive issues, skin woes, and so on. Meanwhile, some companies tout ACV pills as a powerful source of vitamins and minerals, or for weight loss or “cleansing” support. Few studies support these uses, so while you can add it to your diet without significantly upping your risk for weight gain, it’s best to stay realistic about it. ACV’s main health benefits may be due to the amount of antioxidant polyphenols (or plant chemicals) it contains, thanks to the fermentation process. It’s also rich in probiotics , which may benefit the digestive system and gut microbiome

ACV and Weight Loss

ACV contains very few calories, so it can fit into your diet if you’re trying to lose or maintain weight. But you may also have heard that some people take a shot or tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to stimulate fat burning. The fact of the matter is that taking ACV is unlikely to change your body composition or weight. Registered dietitian Katherine Zeratsky points out that this thought doesn’t have scientific support behind it — and the only way to actually lose weight is through a generally healthy diet and by incorporating fitness into your routine. The advice is far less flashy than supplementing with something as trendy as ACV, but it’s exactly what really works. The advice is far less flashy than supplementing with something as trendy as ACV, but it’s exactly what really works.

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