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What Causes Yellowish Sweating On Feet?

The past few days I have noticed that after I wear my socks they turn color from white, to yellow, and if worn for longer they become orange.This discoloration is mainly in the heel of the sock. I don t eat a lot of carrots/sweet potatoes or anything like that. When I look at my feet they do tend to be a slightly yellow color. I would appreciate any opinions on what could be causing this. Thank you!
Fri, 16 Jan 2015
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thanks for asking,
In most cases, yellow sweat is not really yellow. Rather, sweat is clear when it leaves the body. When sweat reaches the skin’s surface, bacteria that live on the skin metabolize the fats and oils in the sweat and produce the odor associated with sweat and the colored liquid that transfers to clothing, causing sweat stains. Using a semi-soft antiperspirant, applying it to dry skin and allowing it to dry before dressing may reduce these stains.
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What Causes Yellowish Sweating On Feet?

thanks for asking, In most cases, yellow sweat is not really yellow. Rather, sweat is clear when it leaves the body. When sweat reaches the skin’s surface, bacteria that live on the skin metabolize the fats and oils in the sweat and produce the odor associated with sweat and the colored liquid that transfers to clothing, causing sweat stains. Using a semi-soft antiperspirant, applying it to dry skin and allowing it to dry before dressing may reduce these stains. regards