Maple Syrup Odor

Fenugreek can cause sweat and urine to smell like maple syrup due to the presence of sotolon. This effect is harmless but noticeable and may occur in infants consuming breast milk from mothers taking fenugreek.

Fenugreek consumption can lead to a harmless but noticeable change in the odor of sweat and urine, resembling maple syrup. This is due to the presence of sotolon, a naturally occurring compound in fenugreek, which is excreted through these bodily fluids. While generally benign, the altered smell can be a source of concern or embarrassment for some individuals. Infants consuming fenugreek through breast milk can also exhibit this odor.