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How to Actually Get Rid of Pet Stains and Odors (And Stop That Smell from Coming Back)

Look, I love my pets. But let's be real - they can absolutely destroy a carpet. Whether it's your cat deciding the living room is now their bathroom or your dog having an accident after you thought they were fully house-trained, pet stains are one of those things every pet owner deals with eventually. The thing is, most people tackle this problem completely wrong. They grab whatever carpet cleaner is under the sink, scrub away, and wonder why the smell comes back three days later. Or worse, why their pet keeps going back to the same spot. Here's what actually works. Why Pet Urine Is Such a Nightmare Pet urine isn't just water you need to soak up. It's a chemical cocktail that breaks down in stages, and each stage smells different and worse. When your dog or cat first has an accident, the urine starts decomposing. Bacteria get to work breaking down the urea, which creates ammonia. Then the whole thing crystallizes and bonds with your carpet fibers. This is why you ca...

Ketosis: The Science Behind Unpleasant Body Odor

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Ketosis is a term used to describe a state in which the body burns more calories. This is because the body burns fat to generate energy instead of glucose. This causes rapid weight loss. Additionally the toxins are eliminated through urine and feces. During this time you might notice an unusual body smell. Ketosis is a natural method to shed weight quickly. It produces ketones, which are chemicals that are used by the body to break down fat. They are also released by sweat. The most important ketone is acetone. Body odors can be caused by a number of these compounds. A lemon is one way to get rid of the problem. Cut off slices and then wrap them around your armpits. This will get rid of the smell. If you don't have a lemon, try a slice or two of half a lemon. This can last from three to five days. Another way to fight body odor from ketosis is to drink plenty of water. This will rid toxins of your mouth and stop the growth of bacteria from growing. You can also bathe in hot water t...