Skip to main content

Help! why does my pee smell each time I eat asparagus?


You may be worried that you must have caught something when your pee smells as bad as it does each time you eat asparagus.

The main culprit is aspartic acid, which is found exclusively in asparagus. When asparagus is digested, asparagusic acid gets broken down into sulfur-containing byproducts.
When you pee, the sulfur byproducts evaporate almost immediately, causing you to smell that unpleasant odour.

Not everyone can notice this change, a small percentage aren't able to, this is because they aren't able to breakdown the sulphur contained in this vegetable while  the remainder can't smell it all 

Is Asparagus dangerous? 

This famous vegetable comes in a mixture of colours, comprising a green, white and purple variant. It’s consumed around the world and used in many delicacies including frittatas, pasta, stir-fries and as sides.

Asparagus is similarly low in calories and loaded with vital vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

Asparagus, officially known as Asparagus officinalis, is a member of the lily family.

It is low in calories but contains an impressive nutrient outline, half a cup (90 grams) of cooked asparagus contains 

  • Calories: 20
  • Protein: 2.2 grams
  • Fat: 0.2 grams
  • Fibre: 1.8 grams
  • Vitamin C: 12% of the RDI
  • Vitamin A: 18% of the RDI
  • Vitamin K: 57% of the RDI
  • Folate: 34% of the RDI
  • Potassium: 6% of the RDI
  • Phosphorous: 5% of the RDI
  • Vitamin E: 7% of the RDI
It is very nutritious, and a combination of cooked and raw asparagus is especially good for you if you are trying to lose weight. 
Everyone can indulge including expectant mummies.
Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

New Year New You: 30-Day Transformation, 'No gree for anyone'

  Welcome to the New Year, and it's time for a New You! Let's kickstart the year with a  30-day transformation   challenge . This  challenge  is designed to help you achieve a complete  transformation  in just 30 days. By following our tips and advice, you'll be able to cultivate a better version of yourself. So, let's embark on the journey of the  New Year New You :  30-Day Transformation   Challenge  and uplift our lives. Key Takeaways The  New Year New You  challenge is a  30-day transformation  challenge. It focuses on cultivating a better version of yourself. The challenge encourages positive changes to routines, habits, and mindset. Incorporate elements of  physical health ,  mental well-being , and  personal relationships . Set clear  transformation   goals  and create an achievable 30-day  plan . New Year New You Challenge: Transform Your Life Are you ready to start the ...
Post a Comment
Read more

Where are you now?

2020 has been an eye-opening year for many of us. It has taught us that making a change in our career paths and taking on a new work role isn't as daunting as we initially thought. In fact, the idea of starting anew can be quite exciting. With the current job market, now is the perfect time to take on a new challenge and explore opportunities that we may have been too afraid to take on before. It's time to embrace change and discover what the future holds. In 2023, many of us are looking to make a transition in our career paths. Whether it’s leaping from traditional 9-5 to freelancing or starting a new job in a brand new field, the idea of making a career transition can be daunting. But, with the right resources, advice, and strategies, it can be a rewarding and successful journey. The first step to transitioning in your career is to take inventory of your skills and experience. What do you bring to the table? Are there gaps in your skillset that you cou...
Post a Comment
Read more

I Did it All by Myself - No Shame at all

I can't believe it, all of it is gone! I had ordered a portion of yam porridge, plantain porridge and some vegetable to go with it with the thought that one may taste better than the other and at least I will be compensated with whichever tasted better. I whipped out my phone and took a hasty picture and was ready to post a not-so-good review on google. But, guess what? the first taste of each spoon sent me to heaven and back! I tried it the second time to make sure that my tastebuds weren't playing tricks on me, but alas, no! it wasn't. My eyes literally lit up in seconds and I could feel how dilated they were from a combination of emotions that ran through me; surprise, shock and joy. Ordinarily, I would munch down a few spoonfuls of food and totally lose interest. Most of the time it looked so good I forgot to take pictures for my reviews, this one was quite different. it tasted divine! Did they change cooks or something, were they celebrating something I wasn...
Post a Comment
Read more