India, Oct. 14 -- Protein is often the primary ingredient recommended for those who want to build muscle, lose weight, and tone their body. The recommended daily dietary intake to prevent deficiency for an average sedentary adult is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight, according to the Mayo Clinic.

Often, people complete their intake by adding protein-rich foods and supplements, such as whey protein, to their daily diet. However, for a long time, whey protein has been vilified for allegedly damaging the kidneys. But, is it really harmful?

Dr Arun L Naik, MCh (Neurosurgery), AIIMS, New Delhi, and chief neurosurgeon at Sagar Hospitals, Bengaluru, with over 25 years of experience, revealed in an August 12 Instagram video whether protein ...