Archive · 26 Jun 2025
Urine Eye Wash Video Sparks Concern, Expert Warns
A health coach posted a video showing how to wash your eyes with urine.
She said it would help with irritation.
However, doctors warn that urine is not sterile and can be harmful if put in your eyes.
People online were shocked, pointing out that the body gets rid of waste for a reason.
A health coach demonstrated a urine eye wash on Instagram.
The video showed her rinsing her eyes with urine.
The coach claimed it could help with dryness, redness, and irritation.
The video sparked immediate criticism and warnings.
Experts state urine is not sterile and is dangerous for eyes.
- Who
- Nupur Pittie, the health coach, and Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips.
- What
- A health coach promoted rinsing eyes with urine.
- When
- Recently.
- Where
- Instagram.
- Why
- Pittie claimed it helps eye issues; experts say urine is unsafe.
Proponent
Critics
Efficacy and Safety
Proponent
Urine has potential benefits for eye health.
Critics
Urine is not sterile and contains bacteria and waste, posing a health risk.
- Subject
- Urine Eye Wash Promotion
- Promoter
- Nupur Pittie
- Platform
- Claims
- Relieves eye irritation, dryness, redness
- Expert Opinion
- Urine is not sterile and dangerous
- Expert
- Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips (LiverDoc)
Sources
‘What on earth is this?’ Woman washes eyes with her own urine; Liver Doc says 'This is not normal. If you are trying...'
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LivDoc busts viral ‘urine eye wash’ video, here’s why it is bad for eyes
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