WHY DO WE SWEAT MORE IN SUMMER?

People typically sweat more in summer than winter because the temperature is hotter and the body overheats more easily.

When we get hot, our sweat glands are triggered and they release a watery substance that’s the foundation of sweat. When sweat is released onto the skin and is exposed to the air, it will evaporate and ultimately help to cool down the body and lower our body temperatures.

But outside of overheating, sweating can also be brought about by physical or emotional stimuli (such as stress, arousal, anxiety or embarrassment). Those that tend to be embarrassed because they think that they sweat excessively can actually end up making their sweating worse. The social anxiety and fear can be so paralysing that it impacts their quality of life. Some end up avoiding stressful situations where they might sweat too much, such as job interviews, dates, examinations and work presentations.