India, Nov. 19 -- Protein powders, creatine scoops and heavy gym sessions have become routine for many fitness enthusiasts - but so have the warnings circulating on social media about the strain these supplements can place on your kidneys. With claims ranging from mild damage to outright kidney failure, it's easy to worry about what's actually happening inside your body. But how much of this is grounded in science?

Dr Karan Rajan, a UK-based NHS surgeon and popular health content creator, has explained how protein and creatine supplements interact with the kidneys and whether they pose a risk of kidney failure. In an Instagram video posted on 18 November, the surgeon highlights the importance of having healthy kidneys when using such sup...