Can yellow urine be regulated through traditional Chinese medicine?

Generally speaking, whether yellow urine can be regulated through traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) depends on the specific underlying cause. If yellow urine is caused by internal damp-heat or excessive internal heat (e.g., excessive liver fire), it can usually be improved with TCM regulation. However, if it is caused by physiological factors or organic diseases, the effectiveness of TCM regulation may be limited. Detailed analysis is as follows:

If yellow urine is caused by accumulation of damp-heat in the body or excessive liver fire, it is often accompanied by symptoms such as bitter taste in the mouth, dry mouth, and yellow greasy tongue coating. In such cases, under professional guidance, TCM herbs that clear heat, remove dampness, purge fire, and detoxify can be used to help eliminate internal damp-heat and improve urine color.

When yellow urine is caused by physiological factors such as insufficient water intake or excessive sweating, or by organic diseases such as liver and gallbladder disorders or urinary tract infections, TCM regulation may not effectively address the root cause. Physiological factors can be resolved simply by increasing water intake, while organic diseases require targeted treatment based on the specific cause, and relying solely on TCM may not achieve the desired results.

To improve yellow urine, it is important to first identify the underlying cause and avoid the blind use of TCM. In daily life, drink plenty of water to ensure adequate daily intake, which helps promote urine excretion.