Tag: Beetroot pigment

According to a study published by the National Institutes of Health, only 10-14% of the population experiences beeturia, the harmless condition where beets turn urine pink or red. The colorful effect caused by beet pigments typically resolves within 12 to 48 hours, depending on individual digestive speed and metabolism. This article explores the factors influencing how long it takes for beets to be out of your system.

According to studies, while beeturia occurs in 10-14% of the general population, the prevalence can soar to 66-80% in individuals with untreated iron-deficiency anemia. This striking contrast begs the question: why does iron deficiency cause beeturia, and what is the underlying mechanism at play?

According to StatPearls, beeturia, the harmless excretion of red beet pigment in urine, affects up to 14% of the population after consuming beetroot. This means that for some, the vibrant red color of a beet juice smoothie might lead to a surprising change in urine color, and the most common question is: how long will beet juice make pee red?