There is a flood of collagen supplements on the market—thanks in large part to their purported full-body benefits. And with so many options available, you may be struck with a bout of decision fatigue—or be tempted to grab whatever reasonable-looking jar you find at your local health shop. But not so fast: There is actually a method for determining your best collagen fit, and it comes down to your goals and needs.
See, collagen formulas vary quite a bit—be it due to collagen type or additional ingredients—and these factors play a role in how effective it will be toward an intended outcome. Here, our best bets.
Look for brands that describe in detail where their collagen is sourced from (i.e., the animal, region, etc.), be it on the packaging or website. Look for keywords like “grass-fed, pasture-raised bovine collagen from Brazilian cows,” or “sustainably-sourced, wild-caught cod.” Ideally, they’ll note what collagen types are provided (e.g., types I, II, or III) as well. Bonus points if they list the amino acid profile. If your diet allows, we prefer that you use grass-fed bovine collagen, which we offer on our website.
Powders are the best, as they can deliver the most potent amount of collagen. Powders are also a convenient way to add a meaningful dose of collagen to your nutrition routine, whether blending into a sweet smoothie with colourful fruits or mixed into your morning coffee or latte. Therefore, PEPTIPLUS® is compatible with most ingredients and can be easily blended with vitamins, minerals, trace elements or single amino acids. In combination with other proteins, PEPTIPLUS® can help to limit the sometimes poor sensory properties of these.
In conclusion, PEPTIPLUS® enhances beverages, powder blends and functional bars. Not limited to these major markets, PEPTIPLUS® can also be used in dairy products, confectionery, desserts or any other innovative protein fortified formulation. Also PEPTIPLUS® replaces energy used in training and is beneficial for satiety. It is easily absorbed by the body so that its energy becomes readily available.