Will eating red-fleshed dragon fruit turn your urine red?
Disease description:
Today, while using the restroom, I noticed my urine was red, which startled me. However, I recalled having eaten red-fleshed dragon fruit recently. I’d like to know: Can eating red-fleshed dragon fruit cause reddish urine?
Hello, consuming a large amount of red-fleshed dragon fruit may cause your urine to turn red. This occurs because red-fleshed dragon fruit contains abundant natural red pigments; after ingestion, these pigments are absorbed by the stomach into the bloodstream and subsequently excreted by the kidneys, resulting in reddish urine. There is no need for concern—simply increase your fluid intake. Typically, urine color will return to normal within one or two days. However, if your urine remains red, you should undergo a urinalysis. Further evaluation—including assessment of associated symptoms and comprehensive diagnostic testing—may be necessary to identify the underlying cause and guide appropriate treatment. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health and happiness!