Okay, so, I’ve been dealing with this body odor thing for a while now, and it’s been a real pain in the butt. I tried all sorts of deodorants and stuff, but nothing seemed to really work. Then, I stumbled upon some info about magnesium deficiency possibly being linked to body odor. I thought, “What the heck, might as well give it a shot.”
Started Simple
First, I started by trying to eat more foods that supposedly have a lot of magnesium. We’re talking green leafy vegetables, you know, like spinach and kale. I also added more beans, nuts, and seeds to my diet. I even tried to be more mindful about eating whole grains.
Upped My Game with Supplements
Honestly, I wasn’t super consistent with the food thing. So, I figured I’d try some magnesium supplements. I did a bit of digging and saw that there are a bunch of different types like magnesium oxide, magnesium glycinate, magnesium hydroxide, magnesium sulfate, and magnesium chloride. They had all these fancy descriptions, but I went for magnesium oxide ’cause it was cheap and easy to find. Nine tablets per day, that’s what the bottle said, and that’s what I took.
Experimenting with Lotions
Then, I saw these magnesium lotions and thought, “Why not?” I mean, if I can get it through my food and pills, why not rub it on my skin too? I found this one by BetterYou. It’s supposed to be good for your skin anyway, so I’ve been using that after my showers, especially under my arms.
The Waiting Game
I’ve been doing this whole magnesium thing for a few weeks now. I take my pills every day, use the lotion, and sometimes remember to eat some spinach. It’s been a bit of a messy experiment, to be honest. I’ve been reading all sorts of stuff about side effects like tremors, muscle spasms, and loss of appetite, just to try to figure out if I am doing it right.
Did It Work?
So, the big question: did it help with the body odor? Honestly, I think it’s gotten a little better. It’s not completely gone, but it’s definitely less noticeable. I can’t say for sure if it’s the pills, the lotion, or the spinach, or maybe it’s just all in my head. But hey, something’s changing, and I’ll take it.
- Am I a scientist? Nope.
- Did I do this super scientifically? Definitely not.
- But am I sharing my experience in case it helps someone else? You bet!
I’m gonna keep at it for a while longer and see what happens. Maybe I’ll try a different type of magnesium supplement down the line, or maybe I’ll just keep eating my greens and hoping for the best. It’s all a work in progress, but I’m feeling a bit more hopeful now.
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