Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body, but with age, our production of collagen declines.  Studies show taking a collagen supplement slows aging by reducing wrinkles and dryness and improving overall skin, nail, and hair appearance.*

What is Collagen?

A fibrous protein that builds strength and structure in the body; collagen is the most abundant protein in the body.  Although there are more than a dozen types, 80 – 90 percent of collagen in the body consists of types I, II, and III.

Why Take a Collagen Supplement?

Fibrous type collagen molecules are twisted and packed together to form long thin fibrils. Collagen is destroyed during inflammatory processes that involve bones, joints, cartilage, and other connective tissue.  Taking a collagen supplement helps to provide the body with the nutrients it needs to build new collagen.

What is the Difference Between Collagen & Whey Protein?

Both collagen and whey are proteins, but their source is different and as a result, their amino acid profile differs.  Whey is derived from milk whereas collagen is derived from bones, skins & cartilage of animals (chicken, porcine, bovine, fish).  Whey protein is a fast-digesting, complete protein that contains branched chain amino acids (BCAAs).  BCAAs (a group of three essential amino acids: leucine, isoleucine and valine) are key amino acids the body needs for building muscle.  Collagen, which is rich in several amino acids (glycine, proline, hydroxylysine and hydroxyproline), is used to build tendons, ligaments, cartilage, muscle, skin, hair, and nails.

What is the Difference Between Collagen Peptides and Hydrolyzed Collagen?

Protein fibrils are reduced into smaller peptides (proteins) using enzymatic hydrolysis.  Known as collagen peptides or hydrolyzed collagen, the peptide bonds are broken down using fruit enzymes instead of heat or acids (which destroy the matrix and peptide bonds).  Fully hydrolyzed collagen genetically parallels the amino structure of the body’s collagen, is considered biocompatible, and has greater assimilation/absorption. Fully hydrolyzed collagen is soluble in both cold and hot liquids whereas partially hydrolyzed collagen (e.g. gelatin, bone broth) is only easily soluble in hot liquids.