India, May 9 -- Protein is one of the most important macronutrients that the body needs. However, it is definitely not the only one that one needs to focus on. Loading up on protein while not consuming sufficient fibre can actually have negative effects on gut health, according to Dr Karan Rajan, a UK-based surgeon and health content creator. Taking to Instagram on May 8, he elaborated on the subject.

Proteins are made up of amino acids. When one eats excess protein, the extra, mostly undigested, amino acids reach the large intestine, where they undergo fermentation. This is not beneficial for gut health.

As Dr Rajan explained, "When you eat protein, most of it gets absorbed in your small intestine. But when your protein intake is very ...