L-Carnitine, especially at high doses, may cause a fishy body odor due to the metabolism of trimethylamine. This is more likely in individuals prone to trimethylaminuria.
High doses of L-Carnitine can lead to a fishy body odor due to the increased production and excretion of trimethylamine (TMA). Individuals with a genetic predisposition to trimethylaminuria (TMAU), also known as fish odor syndrome, are more susceptible. The odor is typically noticeable in sweat, urine, and breath.
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