Researching the causes of armpit sweat can be frustrating. Nobody knows exactly why hyperhidrosis happens! We were discouraged when we heard that. But we persevered…

…Since then we’ve devoured every source on the subject of excessive sweating…Books, websites, articles in medical journals, personal experience, and asking surgeons questions. Here’s what we’ve found the causes of armpit sweat to be…

The causes of regular underarm sweating are cut-and-dry. Everybody’s armpits sweat. It’s a natural bodily function.

Causes of Normal Underarm Perspiration

Heat

Obviously if it’s 100 degrees and you’re wearing a rubber suit, you’ll probably sweat a little. But that’s not the answer you’re searching for. This next one’s a little closer to your problem…

Emotional factors (anxiety, stress, embarrassment, etc.)

Many sufferers of hyperhidrosis are dry and happy (for the most part) until something happens. It’s called a trigger moment, and everybody is affected by them.

For example, you’ll be walking along, enjoying yourself, then BOOM! your trigger moment happens, and your armpits start sweating profusely.

This reaction is situational, emotional, and usually social in nature. It is possible to address and correct this type of reaction. Read about stress and the causes of armpit sweat.

But Ummm…My Sweat’s Not Normal!

The causes of excessive sweat that you’re searching for are a little more elusive.

Why do some people’s armpits sweat so much more than others? That’s the question we set out to answer.

Although the exact causes of armpit sweat have not been confirmed scientifically, we have developed some good theories.

Cause of Armpit Sweat Theory #1…Your Sympathetic Nervous System (SNS)

Follow the link above for a good primer on your SNS and excessive sweating.

Make a long story short, your SNS controls your sweat. It is largely believed that this system works involuntarily, and that we (by definition) cannot voluntarily control it.

Your friends at bye-bye call B.S. Why?

Because we have consistently shown that you CAN influence excessive sweating and hyperhidrosis by controlling your SNS! The scientific community is uncovering this truth as well.

Not only can you influence your underarm sweating with Mechanic Method (what’s this?), but you can actually eliminate excessive armpit sweat completely!

Most people use less than 10% of their brains, I’m sure you’ve heard that before. We’re trying to increase that percentage…

…Follow the links below to learn about the role the sympathetic nervous system (SNS) plays in excessive underarm perspiration.

(Shown as link in real article) Causes of Armpit Sweat…SNS…The Theory (a must read)

(link) Tap into and Influence Your SNS…The Method (oh yea, babe!)

Causes of Armpit Sweat Theory #2…Overactive Sweat Glands

You may be thinking, “Thanks, Captain Obvious!” Bare with me, though. This is actually related to Theory #1, because the SNS directs the action of our sweat glands.

For a good primer on armpit sweat glands follow the link above.

What we’ve talked about so far…

Are the main causes of armpit sweat. Mechanic Method targets these main causes (emotional/situational, SNS, and overactive sweat glands) directly. There are some other possible causes of armpit sweat as well…

There’s a way to naturally stop excessive armpit sweat and hyperhidrosis that my brother and I have learned through years of trial and effort.

You get the method for free. But it won’t work unless you do it…

This is the only website that gives this information away for free. Don’t worry, you don’t have to thank us. Just buy us a drink.

Causes of Armpit Sweat Theory #3…Other Medical Conditions

There are a host of medical conditions that can be causes of armpit sweat.

The most common is actually obesity. Often, people who are obese (or even a little overweight) suffer from excessive sweating over their whole body.

Obesity is downright dangerous…

We’re experts on the subject as it relates to the causes of armpit sweat. And there is enough free information about excessive armpit sweating and obesity on this site to give you a head-start. You don’t need to be a super-model. But you do need to shed some of the weight. And it’s not that hard. We have a lot of experience with this kind of thing. Take Action! Click on the link above, and make a change today!

Aside from obesity, there are other conditions that are causes of armpit sweat. Some of the more common ones include hyperthyroidism, low blood sugar, cancer, infection, menopause, and psychiatric disorders.

Causes of Armpit Sweat Theory #4…Hereditary Predisposition

A lot of the people we have met that suffer from hyperhidrosis have somebody else related to them (sibling, cousin, parent, etc.) that also suffer from excessive armpit sweating. I mean, just look at me and my brother!

But don’t worry. You can absolutely overcome this…I mean, just look at me and my brother!

This is from our sweaty days.

Josh is on the left, and me on the right.

You can’t see it, but Josh’s poor shoulder is soaking wet from my underarm on it!

Keep two very important thoughts in mind throughout the process:

1. You are not alone.

2. You WILL eliminate your excessive armpit sweating.

Those two thoughts, played one after the other, should make you feel great about the light at the end of your excessive underarm sweating tunnel. Which (as you’ll start understanding as you learn Mechanic Method) is the most important thing you can be doing right now (feeling good, that is).

Causes of Armpit Sweat Theory #5…Armpit Sweat Products You May Be Using

It’s a little known fact that antiperspirants can be one of the causes of excessive sweat!

That’s not a typo. I know it sounds crazy, but there’s some convincing evidence that antiperspirants are actually the causes of armpit sweat. I kid you not.

We are certainly not recommending that you stop wearing deodorant all together. Your friends and relatives would not appreciate that.

Most antiperspirants have active ingredients that are designed to block the pores from releasing sweat. It works well for most people, but it can contribute to the causes of armpit sweat for excessive sweat sufferers.

You’ve probably already tried all over-the-counter antiperspirants. If you haven’t Mitchum works well for some. If you’re a lady, Secret Clinical Strength has worked for some. Also, this one called Maxim (it’s new) which is only available online may be worth a shot.

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More on Causes of Armpit Sweat:

(link) How do stress and situational factors contribute to sweating?

(link) How does my SNS control perspiration?

(link) How can I influence my SNS and eliminate hyperhidrosis?

(link) What role do armpit sweat glands play?

(link) What can I do to stop hyperhidrosis and obesity?

I Know All I Need To Know About The Causes Now…

(link) What’s Mechanic Method?

(link) I’m ready to start clearing up my armpit sweat and hyperhidrosis. I realize that it’s going to take patience and determination, and I’ve made the decision that I WILL do whatever it takes to stop this stinkin’ armpit sweat! Now LET’S START MM1: Body!!

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