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Does a stronger immune system influence scent?

Asked by Eggie (5926points) February 18th, 2012

I am referring to the sexual smell of males to attract females. If a man has a very strong immune system will that influence a sexier smell?

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From this article in Psychology Today it appears as though it does influence us. Although I’m not sure you could say it’s a sexier smell. It’s more so an indicator to us that a particular man is strong and has good genes that will help resist diseases and therefore is the best mate.

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Probably, but I’m not aware of any research to back that up.

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College_girl's avatar

I just confirmed with my psych professor that we are going to find men with a stronger immune system more attractive. It’s all about pheromones

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