A 63-year-old unemployed man has been accused of placing urine in cola bottles and returning them to supermarket shelves for sale.
Speaking on a radio program today (Aug. 12), Fong Lai-ying, Project Director of Hong Kong Food Innovation and Technology Hub, explained that urine is a human excretion composed mainly of water, uric acid, and excess electrolytes or metabolites in healthy individuals. However, in individuals with certain illnesses, urine may contain viruses or residual drugs, which could pose health risks.
Fong advised that if someone accidentally consumes a drink containing urine, they should drink at least 1 liter of water immediately to help flush out contaminants from the body.
She also reminded consumers to inspect beverages with twist or flip caps for signs of tampering. If a cap feels loose or doesn't produce a "pop" sound when opened, the drink should not be consumed. Additionally, she noted that bottles with altered liquid levels—higher or lower than usual—should not be purchased.
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