Diarrhea Smells Like Roses?
A recent tweet claiming that diarrhea smells like roses has sparked debate among social media users and experts alike - but is there any truth behind this claim?
Feb. 25, 2023 3:46PM
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A photo of a person smelling a rose with one hand and covering their nose with the other hand in disbelief
Social media users were left scratching their heads recently when a tweet appeared on Twitter claiming that diarrhea smells like roses. The tweet, posted by user @QmsNbuRgrH, included an emoji of someone looking ill and another asking if anyone could edit a monkey profile picture with Dfinity eyes like user @kylelangham. The tweet quickly went viral, with many people expressing disbelief at the claim. Some users pointed out that this was impossible, as roses have a sweet scent while diarrhea has an unpleasant odor. Others argued that it could be possible if someone had eaten something containing rose petals or rose oil before experiencing diarrhea. Experts weighed in on the debate as well, noting that there is no scientific evidence to support the claim that diarrhea smells like roses. Dr. Jody Smith, a gastroenterologist at University Hospital, explained that while some foods may contain ingredients which can give off scents similar to roses when digested, these scents are usually not strong enough to overpower the smell of feces. Ultimately, it seems unlikely that anyone will ever know for sure whether or not diarrhea really does smell like roses. In the meantime, social media users will continue to debate the issue and enjoy some lighthearted entertainment from time to time!