Rs 596 for tiger urine to cure arthritis: Zoo's controversial health remedy sparks social media outrage
Yaan Bifengxia Wildlife Zoo has attracted widespread attention for promoting this unorthodox remedy, which has been met with disbelief and anger from both medical professionals and the public.
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The Controversial Product: Hygiene and Safety Concerns
Initially reported by the South China Morning Post (SCMP), the zoo is selling 250-gram bottles of tiger urine for 50 yuan (approximately Rs 596). According to the zoo's instructions, the urine should be mixed with white wine and ginger slices, which can then be applied to the affected area for relief. Shockingly, the zoo also suggests that the urine can be consumed orally, but warns users to stop immediately if any allergic reactions occur. This controversial «treatment» came to light when a visitor shared images of the product on social media, sparking a flurry of reactions online.
A staff member from the zoo revealed that the urine is collected from basins where the tigers relieve themselves. However, it remains unclear whether the urine undergoes any disinfection process before being sold. The zoo's decision to sell the product has raised serious concerns about hygiene, with some questioning whether the urine could be a potential health risk, rather than a cure.
Historically, tigers have held a symbolic role in Chinese culture, with ancient texts
