Is it normal for urine to turn red after eating red dragon fruit?
Disease description:
In the past few days, after eating dragon fruit, I noticed that my urine turned unusually red. Is it normal for urine to turn red after consuming red dragon fruit?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lu Yanli
It is normal for urine to turn red after eating red dragon fruit. Red dragon fruit contains betalain pigments, which are broken down by the human body and subsequently excreted in the urine—potentially causing the urine to appear reddish. Typically, urine color returns to normal within 1–2 days after discontinuing consumption. However, if the red discoloration persists, a urinalysis should be performed at a hospital to determine the underlying cause and guide appropriate treatment.
