CollagenX Blog — Collagen Basics

Matt Hough
Confused about Collagen? Don’t worry, it’s not you.

Confused about Collagen? Don’t worry, it’s not you.

Let’s face it…. choosing the right collagen is confusing. Collagen is often referred to as the "glue" that holds our bodies together. But should I take Type I, or maybe Type II, or then again someone told me I should take Type III. Is it marine collagen I should take or maybe bovine? HELP! Well here's the answers.

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Matt Hough
Does Hydrolysed Collagen Survive Digestion or is it Destroyed in the Stomach?

Does Hydrolysed Collagen Survive Digestion or is it Destroyed in the Stomach?

Does eating collagen produce more collagen in the skin? The short answer is yes!  Collagen peptides are efficiently digested and absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract, providing the body with essential amino acids like hydroxyproline. The presence of hydroxyproline in the bloodstream, as evidenced in this article, suggests that collagen peptide ingestion directly supports collagen production in the body.

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Matt Hough
Bone Broth vs Hydrolysed Collagen - Which Is Best?

Bone Broth vs Hydrolysed Collagen - Which Is Best?

Bone broths and drinks containing collagen have recently become a trend beverage that has acquired a reputation as the next ‘best thing’ for promoting health. Currently, there is plenty of excellent scientific evidence proving that the consumption of hydrolysed collagen supports the synthesis of native collagen in varying tissues, with the availability of key amino acids being a likely contributor to its effectiveness…… but what evidence exists about the active quantities or bioavailability of Amino Acids contained in bone broth? So just what is the answer to the Bone Broth Vs Collagen debate? Although there are many bone broth brands...

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Matt Hough
Collagen Peptides - Just What Do They Really Do?

Collagen Peptides - Just What Do They Really Do?

Hydrolysed Collagen, also known as Collagen Peptides, is best known for its ability to enhance skin beauty, however, it has far more to offer than just beauty benefits. Growing numbers of health-conscious and physically active people around the world are discovering collagen powder accelerates exercise recovery, protects connective tissues to prevent injuries, supports optimal joint and bone health, and enhances mobility. More and more people are finding that Hydrolysed collagen assists them in maintaining physical well-being helping them to stay active as long as possible, and to age gracefully. For many, many centuries, collagen has been used for a wide...

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