In the last century, synthetic fertilizers have changed the face of the planet. The current world population might be halved ...

Getting up once to pee during the night is normal. But if it happens more often, doctors say it could signal an underlying ...

Ready, aim, fire—the latest health trackers use sensors to check your urine for proper hydration, ketone levels, and possible ...

Everyone knows that urine has a distinct odor. In fact, everyone’s urine has its own unique scent. This is normal, and nothing to be concerned about. Small fluctuations in odor — usually caused by ...

If you are well hydrated and healthy, your urine will likely appear clear to straw-coloured, meaning it is mostly water (but ...

A breakthrough study published in npj Aging just introduced a refreshing alternative: a urinary microRNA aging clock. By analyzing microscopic “bubbles” in urine, researchers achieved a level of ...

Foamy urine can result from having a fast urine stream. However, various medical conditions may also cause this, including dehydration and kidney disease. Urine is typically flat, but it can appear ...

Dark urine can result from dehydration or other health conditions, such as hepatitis, liver disease, and bladder infections. Some medications may also cause your urine to darken. Dark urine is deeper ...

The piss-abilities are out of this world. Astronauts may one day not have to relieve themselves in diapers while on spacewalks thanks to groundbreaking technology that will convert their urine into ...

Nobody likes a bathroom surprise—like going pee only to discover that you’ve produced some totally out-of-the-norm smell. Before you hit up WebMD, though, take a deep breath. The most common causes of ...

When you have diabetes, you’re no stranger to tests that keep track of your disease. Most look at your blood, but there are others. Two simple ones that check your urine can help you and your doctor ...

Monitoring your urine hue may provide insights into your renal well-being. A dark brown or tea-like shade could indicate a ...