Yumiko Udo Has Lapsed Into The Armpit Sweat Spiral

Yumiko Udo, a NHK broadcaster, has fell into the center of the 'armpit sweat fuss' although she did not think it was a big deal. Finally on June 7, 'Asaichi' (NHK) featured a special topic called 'Secret to Solve Excessive Armpit Sweat Problem'.

Udo was accused for sweating excessively on her armpit by some viewers. There were over hundred comments about the problem. Although Udo did not think it was a big deal because 'Everybody sweats to some extent', it has become a topic of some tabloid magazines. Of course there were many viewers who said there is nothing to be ashamed of, however, Udo was shocked by the fact that her excessive armpit sweat has made some people unpleasant, and started to feel sorry.

In the program, they had an interview to a doctor who specializes in excessive sweating and body odor. According to him, people are likely to sweat when the temperature is high or when feeling nervous. In any case, armpit is where you would sweat the most since there are more sweat glands than anywhere else on the body. It is also easy to notice since the sweat cannot evaporate easily in the armpit.

There is a vicious circle of 'hot' - 'sweat in the armpit' -'being pointed out' -'get conscious about it and sweat more', which they named 'armpit sweat spiral'. Udo also pointed out worrying that she might sweat more once they air such program. In fact, Udo still thinks it is nothing to be ashamed of, however, the show itself is making it even a bigger deal.

The program introduced some 'armpit sweat pad' or 'putting some alum' in order to deal with the problem. However, the doctor said the most effective and reasonable technique is to convince yourself that it is ok to sweat, which actually did convince Udo. It was not the end, 'Asaichi' is now asking viewers to send in their 'armpit sweat episodes' to introduce them on TV. It seems like this topic will continue on regardless of Udo's feelings.



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