--- title: "No-BS Nutrition & Supplement Reviews by Pushkaraj Shirke" description: "Stop falling for influencer scams. Get real, science-backed supplement reviews and nutrition advice from combat sports expert Pushkaraj Shirke." canonical: https://mytribe.in/projectbattlefit/mma-athlete-coaching-mentorship/no-bs-nutrition-supplement-reviews last_updated: 2025-09-25 --- # No-BS Nutrition & Supplement Reviews Tribe Verified · Over a decade of sports nutrition analysis. By [Pushkaraj Shirke](https://mytribe.in/projectbattlefit) · Online mentorship and travels to athlete's gyms across India · ₹3,000 per session (estimate) Part of [MMA Athlete Coaching & Mentorship](https://mytribe.in/projectbattlefit/mma-athlete-coaching-mentorship). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/projectbattlefit/mma-athlete-coaching-mentorship/gallery) Stop wasting your money on influencer scams and bro-science. I break down the labels, the ingredients, and the reality of what you are putting in your body. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Losing focus mid-workout? It's probably your hydration. Here are my intra-workout hydration options, from cheapest (water) to most effective for performance (EAAs, Citrulline).](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0455f575-2cc0-4e93-ac71-8dbd26a64d50) - [Video: The number one performance enhancement beverage is water. Plain old H2O. Most people chase fancy supplements but neglect the basics. Stay hydrated to perform.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d19d0c6f-264c-4cf8-8509-79f59bf0c95b) - [Video: A candid review of The Whole Truth protein bar. It's decent, with a good whey protein source, but the "no added sugar" claim is bullshit when it's sweetened with dates. Sugar is sugar.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f7a04d96-9fd4-49d2-9fe9-51ae3eb5653a) - [Video: A review of the Epigamia Turbo ready-to-drink protein shake. 25 grams of highly bioavailable protein for 150 bucks. This is a great product for athletes on the move.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7dac6d97-9e86-427e-95b5-1abddc80b55f) - [Video: An honest review of protein bars in the Indian market. Most are just expensive chocolates with poor protein sources like soy. Avolt is the closest to a real protein bar, but it's pricey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2ff8e1ec-bdb2-45d9-b4ef-5ed8985db106) - ![The media won't tell you this because there's no profit in it. Simply adding 2 whole eggs a day can fix many nutritional deficiencies. Stick to the basics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/87e1591d-24fc-4d3f-bffb-fab157adf253) - [Video: Irresponsible journalism from the Times of India, glorifying a 4.6 kg weight cut in 10 hours. This is pathetic reporting that demeans other athletes and shows a complete lack of understanding of the science.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6d48878b-7547-47c2-864f-2d6d65da67ef) - ![The Indian Olympic committee apparently had a medical doctor, not a sports nutritionist, handle Vinesh Phogat's weight cut. This is why we lost an Olympic moment. This retrograde thinking is pathetic.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28ac1578-2942-4645-bc8c-f33abbed8a28) - [Video: Vinesh Phogat's disqualification at the Olympics for missing weight is a team failure, not just an individual one. Cutting weight for a same-day weigh-in sport like wrestling is incredibly tricky and requires expert guidance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a3c701d5-9440-411d-a747-27a9d75d00f2) - [Video: The fake supplement scam has been a plague in the Indian market for over a decade. This is a film I made 10 years ago, and it's still relevant. Be smart, do your research, and buy genuine.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/598f74c8-60b0-4749-956f-113fefad3b17) ## About No-BS Nutrition & Supplement Reviews Most of you are treating protein bars like health food when they are actually just glorified desserts. If your protein source relies on soy concentrates or fermented yeast, you are not getting the bio-availability you think you are. I have spent a decade analyzing these labels and calling out the marketing nonsense. If you want to know which brands are actually worth your hard-earned money versus which are just overpriced sugar, stop guessing and start looking at the actual science. ### The Reality of Performance Nutrition Most commercial nutrition advice is designed to sell you products you do not need. I take a different approach. Whether it is hydration or supplementation, my advice is based on what actually moves the needle for your performance. ### Why Hydration Matters More Than Supplements Before you go hunting for fancy powders, fix your water intake. A dehydrated body is a ticking time bomb for muscle tears and poor recovery. I use a gallon jug during my sessions because sipping is better than gulping. If you are training hard, electrolytes and proper hydration protocols are the first things you should optimize, not your pre-workout stack. ### Calling Out the "Fake" Industry I have been filming the reality of the supplement scam for over a decade. The market is flooded with grey-market fakes and adulterated goods that can damage your health. When I review a product, I am looking at the protein source, the sugar content, and the actual bio-availability. ### My Review Philosophy - **No Paid Shills:** If I recommend something, it is because I use it and it works. - **Label Literacy:** I do not care about the front of the packaging. I care about the ingredient list on the back. - **Alternatives:** I would rather you eat two whole eggs than buy a supplement that relies on marketing hype. Stop getting played by influencers who have never stepped on a mat. Learn to read the labels yourself and start fueling like an athlete, not a consumer. ## About Pushkaraj Shirke I am Pushkaraj Shirke. I have spent years in the trenches—fighting, coaching, and analyzing combat sports—and I am done watching people get scammed by bad advice. If you want sugar-coated marketing garbage, go elsewhere. If you want the cold, hard science on what actually works for your body, we will get along just fine. Cheers. 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