This urine color chart provides a simple way to assess hydration levels based on the color of urine. Urine that matches the lighter colors of 1-3 indicates adequate hydration, while darker colors from 4-8 suggest dehydration requiring increased fluid intake. Vitamin supplements can alter urine color temporarily, so if taking vitamins, an alternative hydration assessment tool may be needed.
This urine color chart provides a simple way to assess hydration levels based on the color of urine. Urine that matches the lighter colors of 1-3 indicates adequate hydration, while darker colors from 4-8 suggest dehydration requiring increased fluid intake. Vitamin supplements can alter urine color temporarily, so if taking vitamins, an alternative hydration assessment tool may be needed.
This urine color chart provides a simple way to assess hydration levels based on the color of urine. Urine that matches the lighter colors of 1-3 indicates adequate hydration, while darker colors from 4-8 suggest dehydration requiring increased fluid intake. Vitamin supplements can alter urine color temporarily, so if taking vitamins, an alternative hydration assessment tool may be needed.
This urine color chart provides a simple way to assess hydration levels based on the color of urine. Urine that matches the lighter colors of 1-3 indicates adequate hydration, while darker colors from 4-8 suggest dehydration requiring increased fluid intake. Vitamin supplements can alter urine color temporarily, so if taking vitamins, an alternative hydration assessment tool may be needed.
simple tool your can use to assess if you are drinking enough fluids throughout day to stay hydrated. If your urine matches the colors numbered 1, 2, or 3 you are hydrated. If your urine matches the colors numbered 4 through 8 you are dehydrated and need to drink for more fluid. Be Aware! If you are taking single vitamin supplements or a multivitamin supplement, some of the vitamins in the supplements can change the color of your urine for a few hours, making it bright yellow or discolored. If you are taking a vitamin supplement, you may need to check your hydration status using another tool like Handout #15: Hydration Check: Body Weight Log.