Mirjam Most people don’t realize how much their digestion affects how they smell.
And we’re not just talking armpits.
We’re talking skin. Breath. Scalp. That vibe someone gets when they hug you a little too long and say, “You smell amazing—what is that?”
Spoiler: It’s not your perfume. It’s your gut.
If you’ve shifted toward a raw, plant-powered lifestyle and started drinking juice daily, you may have already noticed this little bonus:
You don’t just feel better. You smell better.
When the Gut Gets Funky, So Do You
Your body is constantly processing and filtering what you eat—and when digestion runs smoothly, waste exits through your bowels and urine like it should.
But when things get backed up, fermented, or putrefied (yes, we’re going there), those waste products don’t leave quietly.
Instead, you’re prone to get:
- Ammonia (from poorly digested protein)
- Hydrogen sulfide (aka the rotten egg classic)
- Indole and skatole (produced by gut bacteria breaking down proteins)
These compounds can seep into your bloodstream—and that’s when they show up in your breath, your sweat, your aura.
If your liver, kidneys, and colon can’t keep up, your skin steps in to help. And let’s be clear: your skin didn’t sign up for that job.
Sweat Isn’t the Problem
Sweat itself is pretty harmless—just water, minerals, and a little urea.
But when your body starts pushing out waste through your skin because your internal systems are overwhelmed, that’s what stinks.
It’s not “bad sweat.” It’s “your colon’s on strike and your pores are picking up the slack.”
Raw Food to the Rescue
Raw food doesn’t just nourish. It unburdens.
It’s water-rich, enzyme-rich, and fiber-rich—the trifecta your gut’s been begging for. And it does this:
- Fiber speeds up elimination and reduces odor-causing fermentation
- Chlorophyll binds with toxins and neutralizes them at the source
- Herbs like mint and parsley deodorize you from the inside
- Raw enzymes support digestion so food doesn’t overstay its welcome
- Hydration keeps your kidneys and lymph flowing like they should
When your gut is happy, your liver isn’t overworked, and your colon can do its job without outsourcing. The result? You don’t smell like someone trying to detox—you just smell… fresh.
Let’s Talk About Animal Products
No judgment. Just facts.
Animal products have no fiber. They’re hard to digest. And when they hang around too long? They rot.
That’s not a metaphor. That’s microbiology.
Rotting = putrefaction = stink bombs like ammonia and sulfur building up in your system.
If you’ve ever done a raw food cleanse and then gone back to heavy, greasy meals… you’ve probably smelled the difference.
Go raw for a couple of weeks. Then notice how you smell. (And how much less you need deodorant.)
Juicing: Shortcut to Smelling Like a Garden
Juicing is like giving your digestive system a spa day.
You get all the minerals, enzymes, and hydration of raw produce—without the bulk. It’s fast, efficient, and easy on the gut.
Juicing helps:
- Hydrate your lymphatic system
- Support your liver and kidneys
- Feed your cells without digestive drama
- Promote a healthy microbiome (so fewer stink-producing bacteria take over)
The result? You don’t need to mask your scent. You are the scent. Crisp. Clean. Inviting. Slightly herbaceous. Like someone who’s never panicked in the deodorant aisle.
Your Juicer Is the Fast Track to Feeling Incredible
If you already own a juicer, this is the moment it stops collecting dust and starts changing your life.
And if you don’t, or yours sounds like it’s taking off at any moment? You’re going to want one.
Because this isn’t just a juice cleanse—it’s a 3-day reset that shows you what happens when you give your body exactly what it’s been craving: pure, living hydration in its most potent form.
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This is the kind of shift you feel after the very first day.
And when you see what a juicer can really do for your skin, your scent, your clarity, your energy—
You won’t be asking if you should get one.
You’ll wonder what took you so long.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can gut health really affect body odor?
Yes. A sluggish digestive system creates odor-causing byproducts like ammonia and sulfur. These enter the bloodstream and are released through your breath and skin.
Is this just about armpits?
Nope. This is full-body scent—skin, scalp, breath, and the subtle way you smell when your body’s either thriving… or struggling.
How does raw food help?
Raw food supports digestion, reduces fermentation, increases hydration, and brings in natural deodorizers like chlorophyll, fiber, and enzymes.
What does juicing do to help?
Juicing gives your digestion a break while flooding your body with nutrients. It supports your detox organs and helps reduce the buildup of odor-causing compounds.
What juice ingredients are best for this?
Celery, cucumber, parsley, mint, leafy greens, apple, and lime. Keep it clean, simple, and hydrating. Or take the quiz to get a recipe tailored to your juice personality and vibe.
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Right here: use RAWFOODFEAST for both. Easy to remember. Easy to apply.
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You don’t need synthetic scent when your gut is clean and your elimination is on point.
Smelling great doesn’t have to come from a bottle.
It starts with what you eat, what you let go of, and how well your body processes both.
This isn’t perfume.
It’s biology.
And when it’s working, people notice and so do you.
