Urine color reveals health problems

Light yellow urine shows that the body is hydrated and healthy, brown urine is a sign of serious dehydration.

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

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

- Urine that is the brown color of dark beer can be a sign of dehydration or, more seriously, a liver problem. If you have liver or gallbladder problems, unfiltered toxins will remain in the blood and be excreted in the urine, causing the urine to be dark. If this condition persists, you should see a doctor soon for a check-up.

- Pink or red urine can be caused by everyday foods such as carrots, blueberries, and beets. Blood in the urine can be a sign of kidney problems, urinary tract infections, lead or mercury poisoning. If you notice blood in your urine, see a doctor immediately.

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

- Blue or green urine is rare and can be caused by an enzyme metabolism problem, a rare genetic disease, or a side effect of medication.

- Foamy urine is not too serious if it happens occasionally. On the contrary, if it happens frequently, it is a sign of excess protein or kidney disease.

- Urine with a strong odor and darker color, according to Dr. Daniel Shoskes, can be the smell of food or a side effect of medication.

Information about urine color is valuable for you to recognize disease risks and have timely medical examination.

According to VnExpress