The human body has a unique way of communicating, with body odor now recognized as an important indicator of health. Recent studies reveal that certain odors can signal underlying medical conditions, ...

Using body odor to detect disease is not new. Patients with full-blown, uncontrolled diabetes produce a condition called ketoacidosis, in which their skin not only tastes sweet, but also gives off a ...

We emit a barrage of whiffy chemicals through our pores and in our breath. Some are a sign that we might be getting ill – and ...

Ever caught a whiff of something strange and wondered if it was coming from you? While most of us quickly blame our deodorant or yesterday’s garlic-heavy dinner, sometimes unusual body odor signals ...

If your breath smells rotten or foul, it may indicate liver dysfunction as it is unable to filter the toxins in the blood, which builds up and is released through the lungs.

Bad breath happens to everyone from time to time. That's why there are so many gums, mints and mouthwashes advertised to get rid of it fast. Halitosis (the medical term for bad breath) is usually ...

Chances are you already know the basics when it comes to keeping your breath minty-fresh (or at least non-offensive to those in the whiffing distance). You brush, floss, and maybe do a quick rinse ...

HIGH blood sugar levels are a perennial threat if you have type 2 diabetes because it can trigger further complications. One such complication - diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) - can prove ...

Everyone occasionally has bad breath, but if you find that you constantly need to be popping a breath mint, you might be doing a few things wrong. Although a meal filled with garlic and onions can ...