>excretion in
>>question has the same *aroma* coming out as it did going in. Thus, I
>>suppose I could have asked what compounds give coffee it's
>characteristic
>>aroma, but that would have squeezed WAY to much levity out of the
>question.
>>I never miss an opportunity to entertain while indulging honest
>curiosity -
>>even (or, rather, ESPECIALLY) at the expense of my own "dignity".
>Just ask
>>my students.
>>*** Asparagus is known for similar properties. I am guessing the
>general
>answer will apply here as well...
>
Perhaps-
"asparagus pee" is a genetic tendency-if you experience this
phenomenon, it's because you don't carry the gene necessary to break
down one of the components of asparagus. Maybe some of the confusion
over the definition of "coffee pee" has to do with the fact that those
who are not genetically predisposed have no clue what is being
discussed. I too, look forward to the emergence of an expert....
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