Insufficient Water Intake
Description: The color and odor of urine can reflect the body's level of dehydration. If the body lacks water, urine becomes more concentrated, darker in color, and may have a stronger odor.
Dietary Impact
Description: Certain foods and drinks, such as coffee, tea, carrots, tomato sauce, and some vitamin supplements, can cause urine to darken and increase odor.
Medication Side Effects
Description: Certain medications, such as B vitamins or berberine, may also cause urine to turn yellow and develop a strong odor.
Hormonal Changes
Description: Hormonal changes, such as during pregnancy or the menstrual cycle, may also affect the color and odor of urine.
Disease or Infection
Description: Certain diseases or infections, such as urinary tract infections, liver and gallbladder diseases, or kidney stones, may also cause urine to turn yellow and have an odor.
Metabolic Problems
Description: Metabolic issues, such as hyperthyroidism, may lead to an increase in certain substances in the urine, resulting in darker urine.