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Every category page gives you the key ingredients to look for, red flags to avoid, and our full reviewed product list — independently scored on formula quality, transparency, and value.

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10

Total Reviews

102+

Ingredients Profiled

147+

Updated

May 2026

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CAT-01

Protein Powder

18 reviews

The most important supplement for muscle protein synthesis. We evaluate protein yield accuracy, amino acid profiles, and label honesty.

Key Ingredients

Whey IsolateCaseinPea Protein
Muscle GainRecovery
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CAT-02

Creatine

9 reviews

The most researched ergogenic aid available. Creatine monohydrate is the gold standard — everything else is marketing.

Key Ingredients

Creatine MonohydrateCreatine HClMicronised Creatine
StrengthPower
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CAT-03

Pre-Workout

14 reviews

The most abused category in sports nutrition. We only score pre-workouts with full label disclosure and clinically effective doses.

Key Ingredients

CitrullineBeta-AlanineCaffeine
EnergyFocus
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CAT-04

Mass Gainer

7 reviews

High-calorie supplements for hardgainers. We check calorie sources — quality carbs vs cheap sugars — and protein-per-rupee ratios.

Key Ingredients

Whey ProteinComplex CarbsCreatine
BulkingHardgainers
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CAT-05

Fat Burner

9 reviews

The most hyped, least effective category. We apply strict criteria — only evidence-backed thermogenics at meaningful doses score above 7.

Key Ingredients

CaffeineL-CarnitineGreen Tea Extract
Weight LossMetabolism Support
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CAT-06

Amino Acids & BCAAs

11 reviews

BCAAs are largely redundant with adequate protein intake. Essential aminos (EAAs) have better evidence. We separate the hype from the useful.

Key Ingredients

EAAsLeucineGlutamine
RecoveryFasted Training
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CAT-07

Vitamins & Minerals

13 reviews

Deficiency correction, not performance enhancement. We prioritise bioavailable forms — methylfolate over folic acid, D3 over D2.

Key Ingredients

Vitamin D3Magnesium GlycinateZinc
General HealthDeficiency
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CAT-08

Adaptogens

8 reviews

Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, and Lion's Mane have the strongest human evidence. We check extract standardisation — the single biggest quality variable.

Key Ingredients

KSM-66 AshwagandhaRhodiola RoseaLion's Mane
StressRecovery
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CAT-09

Omega-3 / Fish Oil

6 reviews

One of the most evidence-backed supplements for cardiovascular and joint health. EPA+DHA content and oxidation testing are what matter.

Key Ingredients

EPADHAAlgae Omega-3
Heart HealthJoint Health
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CAT-10

Sleep & Recovery

7 reviews

Sleep is the most powerful recovery tool available. We review supplements that genuinely support sleep architecture rather than just causing sedation.

Key Ingredients

Magnesium GlycinateAshwagandhaL-Theanine
RecoverySleep Quality
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