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# **What Your Urine Color Says About Your Health: A Simple Guide to Understanding Your Body**
In this article, we’ll explore the different shades of urine and what each color might mean for your health.
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– **What it means**: If your urine is clear or light yellow, it’s generally a sign that you’re well-hydrated, and your kidneys are functioning properly. Clear urine typically indicates that you are drinking enough water and flushing out waste efficiently.
– **What to do**: Keep doing what you’re doing! This is a great sign that you’re maintaining good hydration. Aim for around **8 cups of water a day**, but this can vary based on factors like activity level, climate, and diet.
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– **What it means**: A darker yellow or amber color usually means your body is slightly dehydrated. The darker the color, the more concentrated your urine is, which means you may need to drink more fluids.
– **What to do**: Increase your water intake! If your urine is amber or dark yellow, try to drink more fluids throughout the day. In some cases, drinking a glass of water may be enough to restore balance.