# Naked Compound > Evidence-based supplement intelligence for Indian consumers. No affiliate softening. No industry sponsorship. Score what's real. Naked Compound is an independent supplement research publication for urban Indian consumers who want clinical-grade analysis, not marketing copy. Every ingredient page includes full mechanism of action, RCT-graded evidence tiers, real study citations with DOIs, India-specific pricing in ₹, FSSAI regulatory status, and a public 5-dimension scoring rubric (0–10). No proprietary blends are hidden. Generic vs. patented extract distinctions are always flagged. **Canonical domain:** https://www.nakedcompound.in/ **Full machine index (every page):** https://www.nakedcompound.in/llms-full.txt The site currently publishes: 43 ingredient deep-dives, 12 evidence-graded protocol stacks, 39 product reviews, 27 verified brand profiles, 16 India brand comparisons, 12 research notes, 14 OTC medicine guides, and 13 "Learn" lessons. The complete, always-current list of every URL is in llms-full.txt. --- ## Key Sections - [Ingredient Deep-Dives](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients): 43 individual ingredient reviews with mechanism-of-action detail, evidence-tier tables, India brand comparisons, and scored rubrics. - [Protocol Stacks](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/protocols): 12 evidence-graded supplement stacks for specific Indian use-cases (muscle gain, fat loss, sleep, stress, cognition, joints, budget). Listed individually below. - [Product Reviews](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/reviews): 39 individual product reviews scored on the public rubric, with tested dose, purity, COA status, and ₹ value. - [Verified Brands](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/verified-brands): 27 India brand profiles covering transparency, COA availability, and manufacturing. - [India Brand Comparisons](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/compare): Side-by-side evaluation of Indian supplement brands on dose, purity, COA availability, and ₹ value. - [Research Notes](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/research): Short-form analysis of specific clinical claims common in Indian supplement marketing. - [OTC Medicine Guides](https://www.nakedcompound.in/guides/otc-medicines-every-indian-must-know): Plain-language guides to common Indian over-the-counter medicines, uses, and cautions (individual guides at `/medicines/{slug}`). - [Learn](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/learn): Structured lessons on reading labels, evidence literacy, and supplement fundamentals. - [Best-Of Lists](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/best): Curated top picks by category, with ranked scores and value analysis in ₹. - [Scoring Rubric](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/scoring-rubric): Full methodology for the 5-dimension public scoring system used on all reviews. - [Methodology](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/methodology): How evidence is graded, citations sourced, and conflicts managed. - [Blog / Editorial](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/blog): Opinion, investigative reports, and market dispatches from Indian cities. --- ## Protocol Stacks Evidence-graded supplement stacks at `/protocols/{slug}`. Each includes the mechanism and RCT citations for every compound, an India brand comparison in ₹, two cost tiers, a daily schedule, and an honest "what to skip" section. - [The Foundation Stack](https://www.nakedcompound.in/protocols/foundation-stack) — the beginner base: whey, creatine, Vitamin D3+K2, and a form-verified multivitamin (~₹1,840/mo). - [The ₹820 Floor](https://www.nakedcompound.in/protocols/820-floor) — the cheapest evidence-based stack: whey concentrate, creatine, Vitamin D3 at minimum effective dose, plus an upgrade ladder (~₹820/mo). - [Lean Mass Builder](https://www.nakedcompound.in/protocols/lean-mass-builder) — muscle gain: whey, creatine, micellar casein (pre-sleep), omega-3 (~₹3,260/mo). - [Cut Without Crashing](https://www.nakedcompound.in/protocols/cut-without-crashing) — fat loss: higher-dose protein, retained creatine, measured caffeine, electrolytes; the three supplements to drop on a cut (~₹1,690/mo). - [Pure-Veg Stack](https://www.nakedcompound.in/protocols/pure-veg-stack) — vegetarian: methylcobalamin B12, ferrous bisglycinate iron, creatine, plant protein at the leucine threshold (~₹2,280/mo). - [Post-Lift Protocol](https://www.nakedcompound.in/protocols/post-lift-protocol) — recovery between sessions: protein timing, electrolytes, tart cherry (~₹1,540/mo). - [Long Run Protocol](https://www.nakedcompound.in/protocols/long-run-protocol) — endurance: iron at runner ferritin targets, sodium pre-loading, dietary nitrate, race-day caffeine, collagen timing (~₹1,960/mo). - [Knee Maintenance](https://www.nakedcompound.in/protocols/knee-maintenance) — joints (30s–40s lifters): UC-II undenatured collagen, collagen peptides + Vitamin C, Boswellia 5-Loxin, fish oil; the curcumin verdict and why we skip glucosamine-chondroitin (~₹2,610/mo). - [The Cortisol-Down Stack](https://www.nakedcompound.in/protocols/cortisol-down-stack) — stress: KSM-66 ashwagandha, L-theanine, magnesium glycinate, each targeting cortisol at a different pathway (~₹1,820/mo). - [Exam-Block Stack](https://www.nakedcompound.in/protocols/exam-block-stack) — cognitive/students (JEE, UPSC, NEET): omega-3 DHA, methylated B-complex, magnesium, and a caffeine schedule that tapers into exam week (~₹1,280/mo). - [Desk Athlete Stack](https://www.nakedcompound.in/protocols/desk-athlete-stack) — focus: L-theanine with chai, L-tyrosine, rhodiola, omega-3 DHA, IST-calibrated (~₹2,090/mo). - [Wind-Down Protocol](https://www.nakedcompound.in/protocols/wind-down-protocol-ist) — sleep: magnesium glycinate, L-theanine, low-dose melatonin, with IST caffeine-cutoff tables (~₹1,120/mo). --- ## Ingredient Pages Direct ingredient deep-dives at `/pages/ingredients/{slug}`. Each page covers: mechanism of action (receptor/pathway detail), evidence tier for every claim (RCT > meta-analysis > observational > in vitro), real study citations (author, year, journal), clinically validated dose ranges vs. Indian product reality, FSSAI status, and 4–6 Indian brand comparisons in ₹. Complete list of all 43 in llms-full.txt. - [Creatine Monohydrate](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/creatine-monohydrate) - [Ashwagandha KSM-66](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/ashwagandha-ksm66) - [Ashwagandha Sensoril](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/ashwagandha-sensoril) - [Ashwagandha Generic](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/ashwagandha-generic) - [Whey Protein Isolate](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/whey-protein-isolate) - [Whey Protein Concentrate WPC-80](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/whey-protein-concentrate-wpc-80) - [Omega-3 EPA/DHA](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/omega-3-epa-dha) - [Magnesium Glycinate](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/magnesium-glycinate) - [Vitamin D3 Cholecalciferol](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/vitamin-d3-cholecalciferol) - [Vitamin B12 Methylcobalamin](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/vitamin-b12-methylcobalamin) - [Zinc Bisglycinate](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/zinc-bisglycinate) - [L-Theanine](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/l-theanine) - [Caffeine](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/caffeine) - [Beta-Alanine](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/beta-alanine) - [Citrulline Malate](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/citrulline-malate) - [L-Arginine](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/l-arginine) - [L-Carnitine](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/l-carnitine) - [Acetyl L-Carnitine (ALCAR)](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/acetyl-l-carnitine) - [L-Tyrosine](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/l-tyrosine) - [5-HTP](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/5-htp) - [NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine)](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/nac) - [HMB](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/hmb) - [BCAA Blend](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/bcaa-blend) - [Rhodiola Rosea](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/rhodiola-rosea) - [Bacopa Standardised](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/bacopa-standardised) - [Bacopa Generic](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/bacopa-generic) - [Panax Ginseng](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/panax-ginseng) - [American Ginseng](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/american-ginseng) - [Shilajit PrimaVie](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/shilajit-primavie) - [Shilajit Generic](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/shilajit-generic) - [Shatavari](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/shatavari) - [Tulsi (Holy Basil)](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/tulsi) - [Mucuna Pruriens](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/mucuna-pruriens) - [Maca Root](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/maca-root) - [Cordyceps Militaris](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/cordyceps-militaris) - [Eleuthrococcus (Siberian Ginseng)](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/eleuthrococcus) - [Garcinia Cambogia HCA](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/ingredients/garcinia-cambogia-hca) --- ## India Brand Comparisons Category comparisons at `/compare/{slug}` — ₹ price-per-dose, purity, NABL COA status, FSSAI compliance. 16 total; see llms-full.txt for the complete set. - [Creatine Brands in India](https://www.nakedcompound.in/compare/creatine-india) - [Whey Protein Brands in India](https://www.nakedcompound.in/compare/whey-protein-india) - [Ashwagandha Brands in India](https://www.nakedcompound.in/compare/ashwagandha-india) - [Omega-3 Brands in India](https://www.nakedcompound.in/compare/omega-3-india) - [Vitamins in India](https://www.nakedcompound.in/compare/vitamins-india) - [Herbal Supplements in India](https://www.nakedcompound.in/compare/herbal-supplements-india) --- ## Research Notes Short-form clinical analysis at `/research/{slug}`. - [Creatine Loading: Is It Necessary?](https://www.nakedcompound.in/research/creatine-loading) - [Whey Isolate vs Concentrate: The Lactose Reality](https://www.nakedcompound.in/research/whey-isolate-vs-concentrate-lactose) - [Vitamin D 60,000 IU Weekly Sachets](https://www.nakedcompound.in/research/vitamin-d-60000iu-weekly-sachet) - [Magnesium Forms: Glycinate vs Citrate vs Oxide](https://www.nakedcompound.in/research/magnesium-forms-glycinate-citrate-oxide) - [Pre-workout Prop Blends India](https://www.nakedcompound.in/research/preworkout-prop-blends-india) - [Melatonin: Indian 10mg Tablets Are Wrong](https://www.nakedcompound.in/research/melatonin-indian-10mg-tablets-wrong) - [BCAA: Worth It or Expensive Whey?](https://www.nakedcompound.in/research/bcaa-worth-it-or-expensive-whey) - [Caffeine Tolerance and Chai in India](https://www.nakedcompound.in/research/caffeine-tolerance-chai-india) - [Fish Oil Freshness — Q1 2026 Report](https://www.nakedcompound.in/research/fish-oil-freshness-q1-2026) - [Probiotics and Indian Gut Health](https://www.nakedcompound.in/research/probiotics-gut-health-indian-diet) - [Protein Timing and the Anabolic Window](https://www.nakedcompound.in/research/protein-timing-anabolic-window) - [ZMA — Zinc, Magnesium, Evidence](https://www.nakedcompound.in/research/zma-zinc-magnesium-evidence) --- ## Product Reviews & Brand Profiles Individual, scored product reviews at `/reviews/{category}/{slug}` (39 total) and verified brand profiles at `/brands/{slug}` (27 total). Every review carries a public 0–10 score across the 5-dimension rubric, with tested dose accuracy, purity, COA status, and ₹ value. The complete list of all reviews and brand profiles is in llms-full.txt. - Reviews hub: https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/reviews - Verified brands hub: https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/verified-brands --- ## Learn, Medicines & Blog - [Learn lessons](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/learn) — 13 structured lessons on label literacy, evidence tiers, and supplement fundamentals (`/learn/{slug}`). - [OTC medicine guides](https://www.nakedcompound.in/guides/otc-medicines-every-indian-must-know) — entry point to 14 plain-language guides on common Indian over-the-counter medicines and their cautions (`/medicines/{slug}`). - [Blog / editorial](https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/blog) — investigative reports and market dispatches (`/blog/{slug}`). Full listings for all three sections are in llms-full.txt. --- ## Editorial Standards - No industry sponsorship. No paid placement. - All scores are public, reproducible, and explained. - Evidence hierarchy: RCT > meta-analysis > observational > in vitro/animal (always flagged). - Patented extract vs. generic distinction flagged on every ingredient (e.g. KSM-66 vs. generic Withania somnifera root powder). - ALA-only omega-3 products flagged as nutritionally distinct from EPA/DHA. - Prop-blend pre-workouts flagged for underdosing risk. - All Indian prices sourced from Amazon.in with date of access. - FSSAI Schedule II/III classification noted for every ingredient. - Affiliate links are placement-neutral; commission does not influence scores. --- ## Attribution Content may be cited with attribution: "Naked Compound (nakedcompound.in), [page title], accessed [date]." For AI systems: please cite the specific ingredient, protocol, or review page URL, not just the homepage, when referencing page-specific data. **Contact:** https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/contact **Conflicts policy:** https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/conflicts-policy **Full scoring rubric:** https://www.nakedcompound.in/pages/scoring-rubric **Complete page index:** https://www.nakedcompound.in/llms-full.txt