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How in the creation of the world is not wearing briefs not hygienic or unsanitary?
Are you aware the cleanest thing in a public restroom is yourself? If you touch nothing but yourself you are better off not washing your hands.
People seem to overestimate how clean they actually are, especially when they're not fresh out of the shower. I read somewhere that many men don't wash their hands after number 1 because they insist that they haven't touched anything "dirty." When we're talking about the area underwear covers, you've got normal skin bacteria, dead skin cells, musky sweat, urine traces, fecal bacteria, women will have normal vaginal discharge, etc. You just have to decide if you want that all directly on your clothes (especially if you're going to wear those pants more than once.)
For those who don't know ... "going commando" is a slang term for not wearing any underwear under your clothes.
Here at C-D there are folks of every opinion, pursuasion, and lifestyle; therefore I will ask the question: do you ever "go commando"? What is your reason? What are the benefits? Perhaps you tried it and you'll never do it again? Do you consider it sexy?
Inquiring minds want to know!
Do I go commando? Sometimes, but only at home. Why? Because sometimes I can't find any clean underwear. (I know, TMI.)
I don't know if there are any benefits, other than perhaps less fiction between one's skin and one's clothes.
I don't think that I consider it to be that sexy. That said, let me think this question over more.
My other opinion? If you are going to wear a pair of pants once, going commando doesn't matter as much. But if you're going to wear those pants, hang them up and wear again.... wear underwear. It allows you to wear the same pants for a few wears.
People seem to overestimate how clean they actually are, especially when they're not fresh out of the shower. I read somewhere that many men don't wash their hands after number 1 because they insist that they haven't touched anything "dirty." When we're talking about the area underwear covers, you've got normal skin bacteria, dead skin cells, musky sweat, urine traces, fecal bacteria, women will have normal vaginal discharge, etc. You just have to decide if you want that all directly on your clothes (especially if you're going to wear those pants more than once.)
You provided the bestanswer!! I often wondered what makes some women think they DON'T have normal vaginal discharge. Once they learn more about their bodies, where do they think is goes when they go without underpants?? I can figure that one out...duh.
I know where the term originated. While I agree that the term is stupid in modern society, the original purpose isn't.
When on extended military operations in jungle environments such as Southeast Asia, wearing underwear or socks generally causes raging fungus infections and other serious disorders in the covered areas. The hot, wet & humid climate combined with the extra layer -- almost always cotton, which retains moisture like crazy -- in constant, direct contact with the skin creates ideal growth conditions.
Therefore the special forces, aka "Commandoes", of the US, Great Britain, Australia, New Zealand, and etc. (e.g. Army Green Berets & Rangers, Navy SEALs, Marine Force Recon and Scout-Snipers, and others), generally wear neither underwear nor socks while on their missions in hot/wet/humid environments. They aren't 'being cool' -- they're just trying to stay reasonably healthy.
Thank you for the explanation. I agree with you.
Believe it or not, some misinformed people believe the term has something to do with defecating in your pants ... which is not the case at all.
Anyone who think underwear provides some sort of hygienic function should be forced to go back to health class.
Bio 101, bacteria prefer damp warm places, underwear promote a bacteria favoring environment.
Now, underwear is frequently more comfortable, especially in jeans but it is certainly not MORE HYGIENIC.
True, and thats perhaps why the doctor requested me to avoid wearing undergarments during my measles period as a young child. But unless there is a health or major skin issue with my body, I will continue to wear undergarments, and just remember to wash them regularly to minimize the possibility of infection sites .
Anyone who think underwear provides some sort of hygienic function should be forced to go back to health class.
Bio 101, bacteria prefer damp warm places, underwear promote a bacteria favoring environment.
Now, underwear is frequently more comfortable, especially in jeans but it is certainly not MORE HYGIENIC.
I think that when a person is using the word "hygienic" my guess is that they are not referring to an actual health benefit but rather an issue of cleanliness. One of the functions of underwear (at least with us guys) is to prevent any traces of body fluids or soiling to mar our outer clothes.
I think that when a person is using the word "hygienic" my guess is that they are not referring to an actual health benefit but rather an issue of cleanliness. One of the functions of underwear (at least with us guys) is to prevent any traces of body fluids or soiling to mar our outer clothes.
You are likely correct with regard to women as well but the reality is the dirtiest clothing in the world is underwear, it literally has millions of e.coli bacteria on it. Additionally, many people, especially women, have very delicate underwear that they do not like to wash in hot water, which means that the bacteria are not being killed. Meanwhile, jeans, shorts, and other "sturdier" clothes can stand up to being put in hot water, and frequently are washed on hot.
So really, even going commando is "cleaner" for many people.
OK, this thread is little deja vu for me . In Kerala and Tamil Nadu, we would call people who dont wear proper underpants as "Komanam". Back in the traditional days, it was the accepted way of dressing up for steamy tropical conditions. But the same thing in South India today is used as a word of insult and public mockery .
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How in the creation of the world is not wearing briefs not hygienic or unsanitary? 
(I know, TMI.)
I can figure that one out...duh.
. In Kerala and Tamil Nadu, we would call people who dont wear proper underpants as "Komanam". Back in the traditional days, it was the accepted way of dressing up for steamy tropical conditions. But the same thing in South India today is used as a word of insult and public mockery 
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