Q: Do different types of fabric differ in terms of causing or retaining body odor?
A: Yes. There is evidence that some types of fabric tend to retain body odor more than others, even after washing.
BACKGROUND
A group of researchers from the University of Alberta set out to examine the fascinating subject of body odor and fabric.
They pointed out that certain odors can “stick” in fabric, such as tobacco and body odor. They wanted to know if there were differences in various ...
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Using Fragrance to Feel Better About Your Weight | Scent Affects How Fat You Feel
Q: Even though I think I’m within a normal range of weight, I still hate how fat I feel when I look in the mirror. What can I do to feel better about my weight?
A: Research shows that smelling good actually helps people feel better about their self-image. This effect occurs particularly among those who have a technically normal weight but feel too fat.
A few researchers at Bangor University in the UK sought to study the effect of personal grooming on how a person feels about him- or ...
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Backpacks, Shoulder Straps, and Briefcases on Posture | Effect of Various Types of Bags on Posture
Q: I have a few options for carrying my laptop and documents to school and work. Which is best for my posture and overall health?
A: One way to determine the effect of a load on the human body is to measure how far the load pulls a person off their center of gravity. When this is done to test backpacks, shoulder straps, and briefcases, we learn a few important lessons.
INTRODUCTION
A couple of researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago published an article in 2008 summarizing ...
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