Scientists have some whiz-dom to share with those who have wondered what gives urine its distinct color. For over 150 years, it has been a mystery why urine from the human body comes out as yellow.

In healthy people, urine color typically ranges from colorless to yellow. Urine is created by the excretory system, as the kidneys filter waste from the body. Red blood cells wear out after about six ...

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 ...

Ur-ine luck if you've always wondered why pee is yellow. Researchers identified the enzyme responsible for urine's color, unraveling a mystery that's puzzled scientists for years, according to a study ...

Monitoring your urine hue may provide insights into your renal well-being. A dark brown or tea-like shade could indicate a ...

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, clarity ...

Bright neon-yellow pee is usually from taking too much riboflavin (vitamin B2) from supplements. Sometimes supplements may contain other ingredients like vitamin C, beet powder or dyes that can change ...

Have you ever paused to consider the color of your urine after a trip to the restroom? It might seem like a passing observation, but the hues that greet you in the toilet bowl can hold significant ...

Urine color can be a valuable indicator of your overall health. While a pale yellow hue is generally considered normal, dark urine can raise concerns. This article explores the potential causes of ...

Many of us remember the guideline to drink a total of eight full glasses of eight ounces of water each day, but how can we be sure this is always enough and how do we know when we are in danger? The ...

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 ...

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 ...