Nutrition
Wondering what collagen is? Primarily found in the skin, muscles, and connective tissues of animals, collagen is a strong, elastic, structural protein made from the amino acids proline, glycine, arginine, and hydroxyproline. Made by specialized cells called fibroblasts, collagen makes...
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The secret to collagen peptides' ability to keep your skin smooth and your joints flexible lies in collagen's amino acids. All proteins are made up of building blocks called amino acids. Each protein has a special combination of amino acids -...
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When it comes to collagen vs gelatin, what's the difference? Collagen peptides and gelatin are both proteins derived from the collagen protein molecule found in the connective tissues of animals and both have similar nutritional properties. Because of the difference...
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When you think about the keto diet, what's the first thing that comes to mind? We're going to guess eating lots of fat. But even though fat is considered the superstar of this low carb template, clean protein is an...
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You may be asking yourself, "Can I mix collagen with protein powder?" Our Organic Grass Fed Whey Protein and Organic Grass-fed Collagen Peptides are each great on their own. But if you really want to get crazy (and enjoy some unique benefits...
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How much collagen should you take per day? The answer depends on your goals. For a glowing complexion, strengthening joints and bone, or reducing cellulite, a simple 11-gram scoop once a day will do the trick. For building muscle, 1...
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As more collagen powders pop up on the market, you might be wondering: what are the differences between collagen types 1, 2, and 3? And which type of collagen is right for you? Here's a quick summary of these different...
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When it comes to marine collagen vs bovine collagen, which one is right for you? Bovine (beef) collagen is a type 1 and 3 collagen product sourced from cow hides. It is relatively inexpensive and is typically used to improve...
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Do collagen masks work? The short answer is no. The makers of collagen masks, creams, and other topical products claim that they can give you smoother, more hydrated skin, fewer wrinkles, and even less cellulite, but the scientific evidence is not...
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Collagen and whey protein are both extremely popular protein choices, but which one is right for your goals? If you are looking to improve gut and joint health or to support healthy hair and skin collagen may be the best choice for...
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