India, April 29 -- Ever since conversations around protein and fitness gained mainstream attention, plant-based sources have often been dismissed as inferior to animal protein - especially when it comes to building muscle. The idea that one is inherently "better" has shaped how many people approach their diets. But when the focus shifts from short-term gains to long-term results, does this distinction really hold up? What actually drives muscle growth over time - and does the source of your protein matter as much as it's made out to?

Dr Karan Rajan, a UK-based surgeon and popular health content creator, is unpacking the debate around the best protein sources for muscle building. In an Instagram video shared on April 29, he explains what ...