A mix of bacteria and sweat are likely to blame, experts say. But small changes can go a long way in reducing odors. Credit...Eric Helgas for The New York Times Supported by By Amy Jamieson Q: I live ...

Foot odor is very common in both men and women and is caused by excess sweat. This sweat leads to bacteria growth on the skin, socks, and shoes. The bacteria thrives in a damp, dark environment and ...

The common courtesy of kicking off shoes at the front door of a friend’s house is a smelly feet sufferer’s worst nightmare. The floors may go scuff-free, but at the cost of the release of an odor ...

Hyperhidrosis — a condition that causes overactive sweat glands — can make your feet extra stinky. You may also have particularly smelly feet if you get a fungal infection called Athlete's foot. If ...

Foot odor is an embarrassing but common issue that can affect anyone. While poor hygiene, sweat, and bacteria are often blamed, diet plays a surprisingly large role in how our bodies smell. Certain ...

Dianne Isbell has written an etiquette column for the Belleville News-Democrat since 1987. She served as director of protocol for U.S. Air Force Communications Command before retiring in 2001. Q. I ...

There's a whiff of something in the air that's distinctly... foot. The Is that me?! panic sets in. Many of us have been in your, ahem, shoes. The odd case of bromodosis—yep, foot odor even has its own ...

Foot odor comes in four main varieties: sweaty, cheesy, vinegary and cabbage-y. That’s because of chemicals produced by the bacteria down there. Methanethiol is a key component in the flavor of ...