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title: Sweat is Anti-bacterial! - Natural Family Medicine
description: Sweat contains antimicrobial peptides against viruses, bacteria and fungi. One of these substances excreted when we perspire is called dermcidin. Sweat spreads highly effective natural antibacterial substances on our skin. A benefit to letting our bodies fight off infections with these substances and avoiding the use of antibacterial creams is that micro-organisms do not create... Read More
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# [Sweat is Anti-bacterial! - Natural Family Medicine](https://naturalfamilydoc.com/blog/2016/05/sweat-is-anti-bacterial)

 Written by [Stephani Waldron-Trapp, N.D.](https://naturalfamilydoc.com/blog/author/stephani-waldron-trapp-n-d-) | May 22, 2016 at 1:54 AM

Sweat contains antimicrobial peptides against viruses, bacteria and fungi. One of these substances excreted when we perspire is called dermcidin. Sweat spreads highly effective natural antibacterial substances on our skin. A benefit to letting our bodies fight off infections with these substances and avoiding the use of antibacterial creams is that micro-organisms do not create resistance as easily to our bodies natural antimicrobial compounds released. This is a common disadvantage to using antimicrobial or antibacterial creams.

Sweating to induce a low grade fever will improve immune function as well. Several micro-organisms that make us ill don’t survive in high temperatures. Fevers are our body’s natural response to fight off infections. Creating a fever and encouraging a light sweat can improve immune function just the same. Learn how to “[Stimulate Body Heat to Improve Immune Function!](https://www.naturalfamilydoc.com/2016/01/stimulate-body-heat-to-improve-immune-function/)”

Remember it is very important to remember to replenish liquids and electrolytes when sweating! Try [Electro-pH at 15% off](https://www.naturalfamilydoc.com/products/monthly-product-special/) this month!

If you would like more information on how to improve immune function naturally, please feel free to [contact me](https://www.naturalfamilydoc.com/contact/).  I offer a [complimentary 10 minute consultation](https://www.naturalfamilydoc.com/services/) to answer questions about how my services may be beneficial for you.  I would be happy to make individualized recommendations for you.

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