In all seriousness about the smell...

This is a throw away account.

I don't know how to respectfully ask this but I'm just so frustrated and equally curious. I'm looking for serious answers only. Let me make it clear i am not implying any judgment on character.

So my question is, Why do south Asians (indians) have a strong and distinct smell? It's severe enough for me to be uncomfortable outside at the park around lake Elizabeth. Worse when if I'm in a closed room. I heard several reasons for this. Some say it's related to diet, religious observances, cultural customs/preferences or maybe in just too sensitive?

Call me racist all you want but please also provide answers. I am very open to being wrong. PLEASE do not provide joke answers or racist comments. Thank you