You may give your urine little thought until something seems off. Whether it smells funky or you suddenly have to pee every 10 minutes, out-of-the-ordinary bathroom habits can be alarming. But what ...
Urine colors can change with a person’s health and habits, as well as with a urinary tract infection or after eating certain foods. Clear urine may mean they drink too much water, while dark brown ...
We’ve all heard that staying hydrated is a pillar of good health. And one way to know is to tune into the color of your urine. But exactly what color should healthy urine be and what do you need to ...
The color of your urine can be a powerful indicator of your kidney health. Our bodies produce various signs to alert us to potential health issues, and urine color is one of the most noticeable. By ...
Urine varies in color from pale yellow to deep amber, primarily due to urochrome, a byproduct of the normal breakdown of red blood cells. As these cells age, they are broken down, and urochrome is ...
Before you freak out, it’s probably just riboflavin. Reviewed by Dietitian Katey Davidson, M.Sc.FN, RD, CPT Bright neon-yellow pee is usually from taking too much riboflavin (vitamin B2) from ...
Ready, aim, fire—the latest health trackers use sensors to check your urine for proper hydration, ketone levels, and possible ...
Let’s talk about something we all do but rarely discuss—checking out what’s in the toilet bowl before we flush. Come on, admit it. We all take a quick glance, even if we pretend otherwise. That quick ...
(CNN) — As a urologist, I’ve learned to read the subtle signs in urine that can speak volumes about our well-being. It’s not just about frequency or urgency; it’s also about understanding the color, ...
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt is a urologist and robotic surgeon with Orlando Health and past president of the Florida Urological Society. As a urologist, I’ve learned to read the subtle signs in urine that ...