What foods make urine smell? Diet, Genetics, and Other Causes Explained
                                
                                
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                                According to a study published in the journal *Chemical Senses*, the excretion and perception of the characteristic urine odor after asparagus ingestion varies significantly among individuals due to genetic factors.  Understanding what foods make urine smell involves examining how certain compounds are metabolized and excreted by the body.