Calamansi and Onion
CHAPTER II
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
Foot odor is a disease which is scientifically known as bromhidrosis- sweaty and smelly feet. While neither painful nor contagious, foot odor causes unmitigated social suffering to those who are burdened with it. Under normal conditions each of your feet produces half a pint of sweat by means by means of some 20,000 sweat glands. In most people, this perspiration evaporates. In people with bromhidrosis, however , more sweat is produced, and it doesn’t evaporate as easily, which will result to odoriferous feet. In the presence of bacteria, these sweaty secretions break down, generating a foul smell . Obviously washing away the bacteria and drying very carefully can temporarily make your feet smell sweet.(Renner, 1993).
Nowadays, foot odor cases are increasing due to unexpected rain and heat. Commonly in males. Foot odor is caused by bacteria. As a result, it produces a foul smell. When feet becomes moist, it provides as breeding area for bacteria and fungi. Thus , leads to the accumulation of bacteria and is usually a long term ailment . If not treated well, it will not be removed.( Alengasa, 2009).
Mild cases of athlete’s foot are improved by keeping the feet dry and using foot powder especially between the ties and changing socks frequently.
Foot powder relieves itching and absorbs moisture on the feet. It also soothes irritated skin and prevents foot odor by controlling odor-causing bacteria. Applyinf foot powder will lessen the presence of bacteria especially if the powder contains Calamansi. Calamansi could be a good antibacterial agent in removing bacteria because of its acidic taste and sweet scent.(Renner, 1993).
This study selected Calamansi (Citrofortunella mitis) peelings as a main ingredient in making foot powder. The researchers had chosen these plant because it is abundant in our locality and therefore easy to gather and obtain. Calamansi is known to whiten and brighten the skin and also
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
Foot odor is a disease which is scientifically known as bromhidrosis- sweaty and smelly feet. While neither painful nor contagious, foot odor causes unmitigated social suffering to those who are burdened with it. Under normal conditions each of your feet produces half a pint of sweat by means by means of some 20,000 sweat glands. In most people, this perspiration evaporates. In people with bromhidrosis, however , more sweat is produced, and it doesn’t evaporate as easily, which will result to odoriferous feet. In the presence of bacteria, these sweaty secretions break down, generating a foul smell . Obviously washing away the bacteria and drying very carefully can temporarily make your feet smell sweet.(Renner, 1993).
Nowadays, foot odor cases are increasing due to unexpected rain and heat. Commonly in males. Foot odor is caused by bacteria. As a result, it produces a foul smell. When feet becomes moist, it provides as breeding area for bacteria and fungi. Thus , leads to the accumulation of bacteria and is usually a long term ailment . If not treated well, it will not be removed.( Alengasa, 2009).
Mild cases of athlete’s foot are improved by keeping the feet dry and using foot powder especially between the ties and changing socks frequently.
Foot powder relieves itching and absorbs moisture on the feet. It also soothes irritated skin and prevents foot odor by controlling odor-causing bacteria. Applyinf foot powder will lessen the presence of bacteria especially if the powder contains Calamansi. Calamansi could be a good antibacterial agent in removing bacteria because of its acidic taste and sweet scent.(Renner, 1993).
This study selected Calamansi (Citrofortunella mitis) peelings as a main ingredient in making foot powder. The researchers had chosen these plant because it is abundant in our locality and therefore easy to gather and obtain. Calamansi is known to whiten and brighten the skin and also