India, Oct. 24 -- Most of us enjoy a little extra salt in our meals, whether it's sprinkling it on snacks or enjoying processed foods. It's a habit many don't even think twice about, but it could be more concerning than we realise. Dr Venkat Subramaniam, Senior Urologist and Executive Director at AINU Hospital, Chennai, shares in his October 23 Instagram post how excessive salt intake can damage your kidneys and what steps you can take to protect them. (Also read: Dehradun gastroenterologist warns you should never depend on 'tea or coffee' for morning bowel movements )

Dr Venkat Subramaniam explains, "Many people underestimate how much salt they consume every day. Over time, this can lead to serious kidney issues such as stones, high blo...