How to improve yellow urine
Aug 15, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Cao Zhiqiang
Introduction
In general, yellow urine may be caused by factors such as insufficient water intake, dietary influences, urethritis, cholecystitis, favism, and other conditions. It is recommended to seek timely medical attention, identify the underlying cause, and then improve the condition under a doctor's guidance through general treatments, medication, or other appropriate methods. In daily life, maintaining a regular作息 (作息 translates to作息 schedule or routine), avoiding late nights, eating a balanced diet, and consuming less spicy or irritating foods are advised.
Generally, yellow urine may be caused by factors such as insufficient water intake, dietary influence, urethritis, cholecystitis, favism, and other reasons. It is recommended to seek timely medical attention, identify the underlying cause, and improve the condition under a doctor's guidance through general treatments, medication, and other methods. A detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Insufficient water intake: When the body lacks sufficient water intake, urine becomes concentrated, and the concentration of metabolic waste increases, causing the urine to appear yellow. Drinking 1500-2000 milliliters of warm water daily, divided into multiple small doses, can help maintain light yellow urine and ensure normal urinary system metabolism.
2. Dietary influence: Consuming foods rich in carotenoids such as carrots and pumpkins, or foods containing pigments such as beetroot, can cause yellow urine as the pigments are excreted through urine. Reducing intake of such foods and maintaining normal water intake for 1-2 days typically allows urine color to return to normal.
3. Urethritis: Bacterial infection causing inflammation of the urethra may lead to symptoms such as inflammation, congestion of the urethral mucosa, and increased secretions, which mix with urine and cause yellow urine. It is often accompanied by frequent urination and urgency. Patients should follow medical advice to take anti-infective medications such as Levofloxacin Hydrochloride Tablets, Cefuroxime Axetil Tablets, or Azithromycin Dispersible Tablets. Increasing water intake to flush the urethra through urination is also recommended.
4. Cholecystitis: Inflammation caused by obstruction of the cystic duct or bacterial infection leads to abnormal bile excretion. Bilirubin entering the urine causes darkened urine color, often accompanied by right upper abdominal pain and nausea. Patients should follow medical advice to take medications such as Ursodeoxycholic Acid Capsules, Anti-inflammatory and Gallbladder-relieving Tablets, or Cefixime Dispersible Tablets to alleviate inflammation. During acute episodes, fasting is required, followed by gradual resumption of diet after symptom relief.
5. Favism: A deficiency of certain enzymes in the body can lead to hemolysis of red blood cells after consuming fava beans or taking specific medications. The metabolic products of hemoglobin cause urine to appear dark tea-colored, often accompanied by dizziness and jaundice. Consumption of triggering foods and medications should be stopped immediately. Under medical guidance, patients may take medications such as Adrenochrome Tablets, Vitamin C Tablets, and Folic Acid Tablets to relieve symptoms. Severe cases may require blood transfusions to supplement normal red blood cells and improve the body's condition.
In daily life, maintaining a regular routine, avoiding staying up late, eating a balanced diet, avoiding spicy and irritating foods, engaging in mild physical activities like walking or yoga, and enhancing the body's resistance can help reduce occurrences of yellow urine.
