The color of urine reveals health problems.

Pale yellow urine indicates adequate hydration and good health, while brown urine is a sign of severe dehydration.

- If your urine is almost as white as water, it could be a sign of drinking too much water. Drinking too much water can lead to diluted salts in the body. Dr. Daniel Shoskes, a urologist at Cleveland Clinic, suggests that when urine is as clear as water, it may indicate you're drinking more than you need, which rarely causes serious health problems.

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- Shades of yellow, from pale straw yellow to honey yellow, are the most common. Pale yellow indicates that the body is well-hydrated and healthy, while darker yellow signals that the body needs more water.

- Dark brown urine, like the color of dark beer, could be a sign of dehydration or, more seriously, a liver problem. If you have liver or gallbladder issues, toxins that haven't been filtered out accumulate in your blood and are excreted through your urine, causing the urine to be dark. If this condition persists, you should see a doctor for examination as soon as possible.

- Pink or red urine can partly be due to everyday foods like carrots, blueberries, and beets. However, blood in the urine could be a sign of kidney problems, a urinary tract infection, or lead or mercury poisoning. If you notice blood in your urine, you should see a doctor immediately.

If your urine is orange due to food coloring or a liver or bile duct disease, you should consult a doctor.

- Green or blue urine is rare and may be due to an enzyme metabolism problem, a rare genetic disease, or a side effect of medication.

- Foamy urine is not usually serious if it happens occasionally. Conversely, if it occurs frequently, it may be a sign of excess protein or kidney disease.

- Urine that smells bad and is darker in color, according to Dr. Daniel Shoskes, could be the smell of food or a side effect of medication.

Information about urine color is valuable for recognizing potential health risks and seeking timely medical attention.

According to VnExpress