Sweat is an organic fluid that is produced through perspiration.
Sweat is an organic fluid secreted by sweat glands . It is usually generated through perspiration , which is a natural mechanism for regulating body temperature .
Thus, when a person perspires, the sweat glands produce sweat that then evaporates. This process contributes to cooling the body, preventing it from getting too hot.
Sweat, on the other hand, can be generated in response to various stimuli that excite the sympathetic nervous system . That is why when an individual is nervous or terrified, he sweats.
Sweat components
It is important to note that sweat is made up mostly of water . It also contains urocanic acid , toxins and various kinds of electrolytes . Despite what is often believed, sweat has no odor : the aroma attributed to it is actually due to bacteria that form on the skin from the moisture caused by sweat.
This substance is produced in the sweat glands, which can be divided into eccrine and apocrine glands . These glands are distributed in different layers of the skin and allow sweat to be secreted through the pores .
Water is the majority component of sweat.
Interesting facts
Although it is an element of our daily life about which we all know countless aspects, there are many others that, in reality, are myths and that have been gradually revealed and made known. In this way, today we know:
- Sweat does not mean that fats are being eliminated, simply water and minerals.
- Sweat does not distinguish between men and women.
- Elderly people sweat less than a middle-aged person since, with the passage of time, the sweat glands also age and cool the body much less.
- Drinking more fluids does not mean that you will sweat more.
- At no time is the alcohol in drinks eliminated through sweat.
Health disorders linked to sweat
Although perspiration is essential for the body and sweat secretion is natural, there are health disorders linked to this liquid. Hyperhidrosis occurs when an body produces an excessive amount of sweat due to a failure of the sympathetic nervous system. In this case, the person generates more sweat than is necessary to regulate temperature, a peculiarity that affects their quality of life.
Those who sweat excessively often have a feeling of shame , especially in their relationships with others. Currently there are different treatments in this regard that end excessive sweating in the armpits, feet or hands using technology thanks to devices such as the one called MiraDry , which works with electromagnetic energy.