Researchers have suggested that such peptide fragments may act as biological signals following tissue injury, potentially serving as messengers for extracellular matrix activity
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while hydrogen sulfide creates a "rotten egg" smell, beneficial fatty acids can create sharp, vinegar-like scents that actually indicate healthy bacterial activity