Miss International 2013 has severe kidney failure because she constantly takes the 'miracle drug' of gym workers

An NhiênApr 04, 2026 at 14:07

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Once the pride of the Philippines with her radiant beauty, Bea Rose Santiago is now facing a life-and-death battle. The former Miss International 2013 shocked when she revealed that she urgently needed a kidney transplant to maintain her life after a period of toxic food abuse.

Miss International 2013 has severe kidney failure because she constantly takes the miracle drug of gym workers - Photo 1

Shock from the photo on the hospital bed

Recently, the online community and beauty fans couldn't help but be shocked when Bea Rose Santiago posted a picture on her personal Instagram with two dialysis catheters fastened in front of her chest. Far from the shimmering images on the catwalk or hot fashion photos in Canada, the queen appeared with a tired but energetic appearance, accompanied by a status line revealing her critical health condition: She is in need of a kidney transplant to save her life.

Miss International 2013 has severe kidney failure because she constantly takes the miracle drug of gym workers - Photo 2

Bea's journey to cope with illness began a year ago. Severe migraine attacks appeared with a dense frequency that made it impossible for her to concentrate on work. After performing a series of medical examinations, doctors came to a grim conclusion: Bea Rose Santiago had severe chronic kidney disease.

Unable to believe the truth, she flew to Tokyo, Japan for a second retest in hopes of a mistake. However, the results remained unchanged. The beauty's kidney function has been severely impaired, causing waste and excess fluid to accumulate in the body instead of being excreted in the urine.

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Bodybuilding "elixir" – The hidden culprit

The biggest question is: Why would a woman with a scientific lifestyle, love sports and always take care of her body like Bea fall into this situation?

After reviewing lifestyle habits, doctors have localized the cause: Creatine. It is an extremely popular supplement powder in the bodybuilding world, which boosts energy, endurance, and muscle growth. To maintain her ideal physique, Bea Rose Santiago has been using Creatine regularly every day before each workout for many years in a row.

Miss International 2013 has severe kidney failure because she constantly takes the miracle drug of gym workers - Photo 4

What she didn't expect was that the consumption of too high and prolonged creatine levels put tremendous pressure on the excretory system, leading to irreversible impairment of kidney function. The "miracle drug" that helped her get a lean and toned body on the Miss International stage every year, is now the agent that pushes her to death.

The fight to find life

Currently, the former Miss and her family have moved to Toronto, Canada to receive intensive treatment. For more than three months, Bea had to undergo dialysis four times a week. However, dialysis is only a temporary method when the disease condition is getting worse. The only solution for her to return to her normal life is to undergo a kidney transplant as soon as possible.

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Despite being in the darkest period of her life, Bea Rose Santiago maintains an optimistic spirit. She constantly strives to find suitable donor organs through relationships and support from the community.

Bea Rose Santiago's story is an expensive wake-up call for those who are abusing supplements and muscle gain powders without consulting a medical professional. Don't trade long-term health for temporary beauty.

Miss International 2013 has severe kidney failure because she constantly takes the miracle drug of gym workers - Photo 6

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