I ate ‘this’ that’s supposedly good for the body… Ugh, why does my urine smell like this?

You're eating your usual meal, but suddenly you get diarrhea. You didn't overeat, and you have no particular allergies... What's going on? It might seem surprising, but it could be because you chewed sugar-free gum. American health and nutrition media outlet EatThis, NotThat has compiled a list of unexpected side effects you can experience even when eating healthy, common foods.

asparagus =

 

Asparagus is a low-calorie, nutrient-dense vegetable, packed with folic acid, vitamin A, and vitamin C. However, some people may experience side effects. Urine may smell strange 15 to 30 minutes after eating asparagus. Experts say this odor is not surprising, as it's caused by the digestion of sulfur-containing compounds in asparagus.

 

carrot =

 

Rich in beta-carotene, it helps maintain healthy eyes. However, eating too much can cause your skin to turn orange. This occurs when excess beta-carotene accumulates under the skin. This can cause yellowing, especially on the palms and soles of the feet. Consuming plenty of beta-carotene-rich foods like pumpkin and sweet potatoes can also cause similar symptoms.

Beet, Blackberry =

 

Red vegetables and fruits can affect the color of your urine. Eating beets or blackberries can cause your urine to turn pink. This is a temporary effect, so there's no need to worry.

 

 

sugar-free gum =

 

Cutting out sugar isn't necessarily good for your health, as the substitutes can cause problems.

Sugar-free gum, often touted as healthy, contains an artificial sweetener called sorbitol. However, sorbitol can cause diarrhea. According to a research team at the University of Berlin in Germany, sorbitol is difficult to absorb in the intestines and draws water from the blood into the intestines, so excessive consumption can lead to diarrhea.

 

hot sauce =

 

If you can't sleep at night even without coffee... Surprisingly, spicy sauces may be the culprit. Researchers at the University of Tasmania in Australia found that men who ate Tabasco and mustard for dinner had trouble falling asleep. This is because hot sauces interfere with the body temperature regulation necessary for falling asleep. Spicy foods, like sauces, generally disrupt sleep.

 

 

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It's been a while since I chewed on a piece of radish soup for lunch.

This is a sweetener lol really

 

There are so many zero-calorie drinks these days.

The sweetener is really in there,

I also need to check