Hygiene (Body odor) - JSS2 Home economics Past Questions and Answers - page 1
Define body odor.
Body odor is an unpleasant smell that comes from the body. This could be as a result of poor personal hygiene and could lead to several health issues for the person or individuals concerned.
Mention 6 places body odor could occur.
1. The feet
2. The groin
3. The armpits
4. The genitals
5. Public and other hair area
6. The belly button
Mention 5 causes of body odor.
1. Poor hygiene during menstruation.
2. Accumulation of dirt on the body.
3. Stale perspiration.
4. Failure to have birth regularly.
5. Using of body care products (soaps, creams, perfumes, etc) that smells badly.
Mention 5 ways to prevent body odor.
1. Bathing regularly, especially during menstrual period and after exercise.
2. Observing good menstrual hygiene practice.
3. Wearing clean cloths.
4. Changing your underwear every day.
5. Not using perfume to cover unpleasant odor.
State 5 importance of personal hygiene.
1. It helps an individual to cope with temporary physical conditions as oily skin, hair and increased perspiration.
2. It results in better health.
3. It helps to remove body odor.
4. It gives you a more attractive appearance.
5. It gives an individual the confidence needed to be in company of mates.
What is body odor?
a pleasant fragrance emitted by the body
a foul smell produced by bacteria breaking down sweat
a sweet scent released during exercise
a floral fragrance from perfumed lotions
Which of the following is the primary cause of body odor?
drinking water
applying deodorant
bacteria breaking down sweat
wearing clean cloths
Poor personal hygiene can contribute to body odor.
True
False
How can regular bathing help reduce body odor?
By increasing body temperature
by removing sweat and bacteria from the skin
by decreasing sweat production
by masking the odor with soap