Overview

• On June 24, Nupur Pittie posted an Instagram video demonstrating how she uses fresh midstream morning urine to rinse her eyes, claiming relief from redness, dryness and irritation.
• The clip drew over 150,000 views within a day and provoked widespread online criticism from viewers who warned that the practice was unsanitary and unsafe.
• Hepatologist Cyriac Abby Philips and urologist Jaison Philip took to X to warn that urine is not sterile and cautioned against risks of infection, irritation and potential vision loss.
• Medical organizations and social media users have seized on the incident to call for greater scrutiny of online wellness trends and responsible sharing of health information.
• Ophthalmologists recommend replacing unverified home remedies with sterile saline solution, preservative-free artificial tears or consultation with licensed eye-care professionals.