01/07/2023
Lab tests can test your urine for hormones, nutrient metabolites, heavy metals, glucose and protein, but on a day to day level the colour and smell of your p*e can tell you a lot of about your health.
I have just come across a standard colour chart which I thought I would share with you!
1 - Clear or pale yellow - ideal colour and shows good hydration
2 - Dark yellow - warning sign of dehydration especially if strong smelling
3 - Pink - don’t panic, 2/10 people can have something called “beeturia” after eating beets, it means that they cannot breakdown the red colouring, similar to those who have very smelly or greenish p*e after eating asparagus.
4 - Neon Yellow - again nothing to worry about, it is due to consuming or supplementing with Vitamin B2 alone (it has a naturally bright colour) or a B complex with B2 in it.
5 - Dark Brown - some medications can cause red blood cells to breakdown very quickly which are excreted through the kidneys causing dark urine. However, IF you have been exercising excessively and have dark brown p*e, please see you dr to make sure your kidneys are not being damaged by the rapid breakdown of muscle and release of toxins.
6 - Foamy - this could be the force of your flow hitting the water, but if it is a regular occurrence and remains cloudy in the bowl, get it checked by a dr as it could be a sign of protein in urine.
7 - Bright Red - Not only terrifying to find blood in the bowl, but most likely due to a UTI, bladder or kidney infections so very important to see a dr asap!
The most important thing is to stay well hydrated, especially with the hot weather we are having at the moment. Make sure you have a glass of water between every glass of wine your pour! Your body, brain and kidneys will thank you!
Have a good weekend!