A "bead of sweat" is a beautiful turn of phrase, but the imagery is not quite right. Scientifically speaking, it may be more ...

If you're currently experiencing a hot summer, the chances are the sweat is pouring off you, soaking your clothing. This ...

But, in fact, there is a stinky form of sweat. In addition to ecrine glands, Xu says there's something called apocrine glands. XU: They kind of exude a certain more protein-rich sweat.

Sweat is the body’s natural way of releasing heat. Water on your skin in the form of sweat evaporates, and through a process known as evaporative cooling, releases heat from your body.

NPR begins a celebration of sweat — what it's made of, where it comes from and what it smells like. Spoiler alert: most of the time it doesn't have any smell at all.

NPR begins a celebration of sweat — what it's made of, where it comes from and what it smells like. Spoiler alert: most of the time it doesn't have any smell at all.