Momentous Collagen Peptides is a good choice for both active people and competitive athletes. It’s NSF Certified for Sport, a rigorous third-party certification that ensures the supplement contains what the label says (with no hidden extras) and doesn’t contain any substances that are banned by sport. It’s also certified by Informed Sport, another third-party testing company that tests for over 250 substances banned by sport.

This makes them a better option for consumption and food supplements than gelatin. Collagen peptides have a molecular weight of less than 5000Da. Ancient Nutrition Multi Collagen Protein: We like that this product features a multi-collagen complex, 100% Daily Value of vitamin C, and has third-party testing. However, we did not like the chalky smell. Although, it did rate well for its neutral taste and smooth texture. Not all third-party testing is created equal. It is not uncommon for supplement companies to pay labs for certificates after conducting minimal to no testing.

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Zinc. Some collagen supplements also contain zinc. Too much zinc (more than 40 mg) in supplement form can lead to nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, so pay attention to how much you’re taking from supplements. While this product is not third-party tested for purity and potency, it is USDA Organic and Garden of Life is a trusted supplement brand with many other third-party tested products. To favor its absorption and bioavailability collagen must be hydrolyzed so Peptan®’s hydrolysis is done through a careful enzymatic process that maintains all the properties of its bioactive peptides. Peptan® is the leading brand of collagen and it is has been endorsed by efficacy and safety clinical studies. It contains no additives or preservatives. This product contains MCT powder from organic coconuts, an easily digestible fat and alternative energy source, that may also have additional health benefits. Of note, MCT can leave a slightly oily feel in your mouth, due to the fat content. Because this product contains fats and protein, and is sweetened with stevia, with no added sugar, it's a more blood sugar stabilizing alternative to many conventional creamers on the market. Additionally, it contains probiotics which may help to support a healthy gut microbiome, however, research on the benefits of supplemental probiotics is limited (with the exception of established strains and dosages targeted for specific conditions).

Lugo, J. P., Saiyed, Z. M., Lau, F. C., Molina, J. P., Pakdaman, M. N., Shamie, A. N., & Udani, J. K. Undenatured type II collagen (UC-II®) for joint support: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in healthy volunteers. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 10(1), 48. doi:10.1186/1550-2783-10-48 Numerous scientific studies, such as that by the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology in 2005 have demonstrated collagen peptides’ health and beauty benefits. Since I get soreness in my knees from time to time, I was curious if the collagen would help ease this pain. However, nothing really changed; my knees still had their routine soreness a couple of times a week. Collagen powder doesn't dissolve well in cold liquids. Christina Stiehl/Eat This, Not That! Jadhav HB, Annapure US. Triglycerides of medium-chain fatty acids: a concise review [published online ahead of print, 2022 Jun 22]. J Food Sci Technol. 2022;1-10. doi:10.1007/s13197-022-05499-w Hydrolysis reduces collagen protein fibrils of about 300 – 400kDa into smaller peptides with a molecular weight of lower than 5000Da. Collagen peptides are also known as hydrolyzed collagen or collagen hydrolysate (ref Peptan®). 3. The differences between collagen, gelatine and collagen peptides:List Of 11 Halal Collagen Supplements Is the Process of Making Conventional Collagen Supplements Halal?

Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides is our top choice because it is NSF certified for sport and gives you 18 g of protein with no added sugar or artificial sweeteners. It’s not only a great option for adding collagen but also gives you a good dose of protein if you’re looking to up your intake. Importantly, it’s third-party tested and NSF Certified for Sport, so you can trust that it contains what the label says and has no other harmful ingredients or contaminants.Garden of Life Grass Fed Collagen Coconut Powder is a great option to mix with coffee, as it acts like a creamer, and gives a vanilla, coconut, and slightly sweet flavor. It also provides 10 grams of Type I and II hydrolyzed collagen, with 9 grams of protein per serving. We found it dissolved well in coffee, leaving no clumps, and would also be a good choice to blend into smoothies.