Is it true that the colour of urine can be used as a guide to how much water to drink?
A11. As a general rule, this is a very useful guide to good hydration. Urine that is plentiful, odourless and pale in colour generally indicates that a resident is well hydrated. Dark, strong-smelling urine could be a sign of too little water. However, since a few medical conditions, certain medicines and some vitamins can add colour to urine, it is best to use this method only as a guide. Monitoring fluid intake is definitely the best way forward.
