ne of the most common words used to describe smelly feet is ‘cheesy’. But in actual fact it’s cheese that takes on the stench of unclean feet. The type of bacteria naturally found on the foot which, and this is also a vital component in cheese-making. Brevibacterium is present in animal milks and is specifically added to the surfaces of cheeses to develop a strong flavour and texture. It’s the bacteria that gives many cheeses a smell comparable to sweaty feet.
