Yes, we are going there. Some people’s farts smell like fish. It’s usually from eating too much sulfur in veggies like broccoli or eggs.
But if it’s constant, it could be a gut infection like Giardia. That parasite literally makes you produce more trimethylamine. You can blame a tiny critter for your stinky situation.
On the bright side, this means you can scientifically explain your most embarrassing bathroom moments. Use sparingly.
The Wine and Canned Tuna Trap
Ever open a can of tuna and think, “This smells like death”? That’s fine. The real shock is when white wine smells fishy.
Some wines contain a compound called pyrazine. It mimics trimethylamine. A cheap Chardonnay can smell like a fishing boat. It’s not your nose; it’s the wine being a jerk.
Also, never pair tuna with red wine. The iron in the wine reacts with the fish oils. It creates a metallic, fishy blast that ruins the whole meal. You have been warned.
