Brendan Schaub, the former UFC heavyweight-turned-podcaster, has taken to promoting an array of supplements in what appears to be an aggressive bid for financial stability. Most recently, he enthusiastically endorsed a product called “Magic Mind” during a JRE Companion episode, labeling it “the greatest product discovery in the past 10 years.”
According to Schaub, Magic Mind offers anxiety reduction, improved focus, and an overall cognitive boost. “It’s not like Adderall where you get an addi*tion,” he claimed. “It’s just like, I need this because I’m a better person.” The supplement market is notorious for bold claims, and while Schaub speaks highly of the product, it remains unclear whether he has conducted any research beyond personal experience.
Interestingly, Schaub’s former employee, Mark Harley, has previously outed him for an Adderall dependency, making this endorsement particularly ironic. Schaub himself has openly discussed his struggles with the prescription stimulant, admitting to excessive use in the past. The pivot to selling cognitive enhancers only adds fuel to speculation that he’s capitalizing on a niche he once struggled with firsthand.
Stumbling Through Supplement Promotions
Schaub’s supplement endorsements haven’t been smooth sailing. During a recent episode, he also attempted to introduce another trendy supplement, methylene blue, but repeatedly mispronounced its name as “methanol blue,” leading to confusion among his JRE Companion friends.
His attempt to explain the benefits was equally unconvincing. “It’s like a… what do we say… a nootropic?” he mused, before admitting, “I’m not the guy to describe it.” Joe Rogan chimed in with his own vague explanation, mentioning that biohacker Gary Brecka recommended it. Gary Brecka being the human biologist who is rumored to be offering celebrities like Dana White and Joe Rogan an affiliate fee. Schaub then revealed that he takes the supplement “three or four times a day”—far exceeding recommended dosages.
This erratic approach to supplementation has raised concerns, particularly given that methylene blue, while used in medical settings, has potential risks. Dr. Paul Saladino, a well-known health expert, recently cautioned against its widespread use, stating, “I’m not a fan of methylene blue. I want people to understand this is not a healthy thing for humans.” He emphasized that for individuals with normal mitochondrial function, methylene blue could actually impair energy production rather than enhance it.
The Financial Reality Behind Schaub’s Promotional Push
Beyond supplements, Schaub’s recent life decisions point to a growing financial strain. He has admitted that economic factors played a significant role in his decision to relocate from Los Angeles to Texas, despite publicly citing issues like traffic and local policies. He noted that moving could save him enough money over five years that he “wouldn’t have to do anything.”
Reports suggest Schaub has been offloading assets, possibly to reduce overhead costs. While he maintains a public persona of success, his increasingly frequent and sometimes questionable endorsements suggest he is more reliant on sponsorship revenue than ever before.
Schaub listed his home for $4.2M in January but the price is already down to $4M.
Dubious Health Choices and Desperate Measures
Schaub’s history of questionable health decisions further compounds concerns. During a past JRE Fight Companion episode, he revealed that he used blue scorpion venom injections to heal a torn bicep. His casual attitude toward unregulated PEDs raises eyebrows, particularly given his history of substance reliance.
Additionally, Schaub has previously endorsed kratom, a controversial herbal supplement with known ad dictive properties. His enthusiastic ad reads compared kratom to a “limitless pill,” ignoring safety concerns and industry warnings. Even Joe Rogan, who has experimented with kratom, expressed concern when recounting a friend (widely believed to be Schaub) consuming excessive amounts of the substance.
Brendan Schaub’s Public Health Struggles and the Future
From nicotine pouch dependency to his admitted struggles with Adderall, Schaub has a history of jumping between substances, whether for performance enhancement or sheer habit. His latest supplement endorsements, particularly in light of his past, suggest a desperate attempt to monetize his audience rather than genuine enthusiasm for the products.
While Schaub continues to frame his supplement push as a passion for wellness, the reality appears far more transactional. The former UFC star and former comedian is leveraging what’s left of his platform to peddle products that, in many cases, he barely understands. Whether this approach is sustainable remains to be seen, but for now, Brendan Schaub’s financial and professional trajectory seems increasingly defined by his willingness to promote anything that might keep the revenue flowing.
