Here's some facts about urine, that you probably didn't know
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💦You're mostly water!
Urine is about 95% water, and the rest is made up of waste and minerals. Good hydration keeps it odorless and clear!
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🌈 Urine can change color!
Light yellow to dark amber, the shade of your urine shows you how hydrated you are. But eating certain foods—like beets or asparagus—can give it unexpected colors!
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🕵️♂️It was the first health test
Doctors have analyzed urine for centuries to check for diseases. Even today, a simple urine test can reveal a lot about your health!
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👃 Why does it smell?
Fresh urine has almost no odor, but when it sits, it turns into ammonia, causing that strong smell. Certain foods, like asparagus and coffee, can also add their own unique twist!
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⏳ How often is normal?
The average person urinates 6 to 8 times a day,but depending on how much you drink. If you're running to the bathroom (or barely at all) constantly, your body might be sending you some clues!
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🚀Your bladder is actually pretty stretchy
A healthy bladder will hold approximately 500ml (16 oz) of urine but you start to feel like you have to go at about 250ml. Don't wait too long—so when nature is calling, answer!
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🌍Urine was once used in surprising ways
Ancient Romans used it to clean with due to the ammonia in urine that breaks down stains. We are lucky to have detergents now!
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💊It can release what you've consumed
From vitamins to caffeine, the food and beverages you consume can show up in your urine. Ever noticed neon yellow urine when you take a multivitamin? That's too much riboflavin (vitamin B2)!
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💛 Morning urine is the most concentrated
After having gone a complete night without drinking water, your first morning pee will be darker and odorous. It's loaded with waste your body eliminated overnight!