FAQ: Preparing for a Pacific crossing. November 28, 2010. Over the last few months, weâve had a progressive number of questions from friends who are getting ready for their own Pacific crossing. Iâve aggregated the most common questions, and provided some information based on our experience this year.
Foods that Cause Stinky Urine. Some of the causes of stinky urine are harmless. Eating certain foods can make your urine smell bad or different. Asparagus and coffee are two well-known offenders. Many other foods, drinks and spices cause foul smelling urine, but this smell is normal.
Most changes in urine odor are not a sign of disease and go away in time. Some foods and medicines, including vitamins, may affect your urine's odor. For example, eating asparagus causes a distinct urine odor. Foul-smelling urine may be due to bacteria. Sweet-smelling urine may be a sign of uncontrolled diabetes or a rare disease of metabolism. Liver disease and certain metabolic disorders may cause musty-smelling urine. Some conditions that can cause changes in urine odor include: Bladder fistula.