Puberty is a time of significant change, and one of the most noticeable changes is the increase in body odor. Scientists have now pinpointed some of the compounds responsible for the natural aroma of teenagers.
Chemist Helene Loos and her team at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg in Germany collected body odor samples from both teenagers and young children. They found that while there are over 40 compounds common to both age groups, teenagers have a higher prevalence of carboxylic acids, which can produce both pleasant and less-appealing scents.
These findings shed light on the chemistry behind the changes in body odor during adolescence, providing valuable insights into this natural process.
2024-03-21 11:00:00
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