As the weather becomes hot and sticky this summer why not use some herbal alternatives to kill odor-causing bacteria and bust body odor? Commercial under arm deodorants and anti-perspirants contain harmful chemicals which are not usually healthy for us. These chemicals block skin follicles and cause uncomfortable allergic reactions for many of us.

Try some natural techniques for alleviating body odor:

* Zinc - It has immune-stimulating effects. Take 30 mg. in supplement form or increase your intake of food sources like shellfish and legumes. If you take a supplement, also take one mg. copper ( present in multi-vitamins).
* Baking Soda - This is sodium bicarbonate which soaks up moisture and helps stop bacteria from forming on the skin. Sprinkle a small amount onto your hands and apply directly to your underarms.
* Tea Tree Oil - This awesome and incredible essential oil is loaded with anti-bacterial compounds. Mix a couple drops of tea tree oil with a teaspoon of almond oil and rub onto your armpits. Sometimes tea tree oil can be irritating to skin, so always do a skin patch test to see if your skin is sensitive to this essential oil.