It can happen if you have iron deficiency anemia. The condition is called Beeturia. This is due to increased intestinal absorption and subsequent excretion of the reddish pigment betalaine (betanin) present in beets. Betalaine is a redox indicator. It is decolorized by ferric ions. When adequate amounts of iron are not available for decolorization of this pigment, beeturia will occur.
Source: Am J Dis Child 1969; 117:424
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