2007-11-19 04:15:21 · 3 answers · asked by doublewidemama 6 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
That is a great question. I have no idea, but it does it to me as well.
2007-11-19 04:19:43 · answer #1 · answered by BirdogsID 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some of the constituents of asparagus are metabolised and excreted in the urine, giving it a distinctive smell. This is due to various sulfur-containing degradation products (e.g. thiols and thioesters) and ammonia. Recent studies suggest that every individual produces the odorous compounds upon eating, but that only about 40% of individuals have the genes required to smell them. The speed of onset of urine smell is rapid, and has been estimated to occur within 15-30 minutes from ingestion.
2007-11-19 12:18:41 · answer #2 · answered by pensk8r 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's God's subtle hint NOT to serve Asparagus at Thanksgiving or at any other meal. Yuck!
2007-11-19 12:50:37 · answer #3 · answered by Scotty Doesnt Know 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋