Samantha Ruth Prabhu faces backlash over supplement promotion from The Liver Doc

Samantha Ruth Prabhu is once again in the eye of a social media storm, facing sharp criticism from Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips, popularly known as The Liver Doc. Recently, the doctor took to Instagram to call out the actress for promoting a supplement brand that claims to contain NMN (Nicotinamide Mononucleotide).

Samantha had posted that as we age, NAD+ levels decline, leading to lower energy, slower recovery, and reduced focus, and suggested that NMN supplementation could reverse these effects.The Liver Doc calls out the actress for spreading misinformationHowever, The Liver Doc was quick to respond, accusing Samantha of spreading misinformation and branding her as “science illiterate.” He strongly condemned her promotion of what he called “fraud” supplements, warning the public to be wary of celebrities endorsing products without credible scientific backing.

His Instagram post urged followers to avoid falling prey to such “snake oil” salespeople and to trust only evidence-based medical advice from qualified doctors.Samantha defends her brandInterestingly, Samantha is not just promoting the supplement but is also a co-founder of the brand. She had expressed her belief in the brand’s mission, emphasizing that it’s about “showing up for your future” and not seeking shortcuts.

Samantha assured her followers that her brand products undergo rigorous third-party testing for heavy metals and microbial contamination, aiming to offer clean and science-driven supplements designed for longevity and performance.This is not the first clash between Samantha and The Liver DocWhile Samantha has not publicly responded to Dr. Philips’ recent criticism, this is not the first time they have clashed. Last year, The Liver Doc had also labeled her a “fraud” for recommending hydrogen peroxide nebulisation. The ongoing back-and-forth highlights the contentious debate surrounding celebrity endorsements in the wellness space and the need for informed consumer choices.