Overview
Cow-derived collagen hydrolysate.
- Endogenously produced or biosynthesized molecule
- Standardized pharmaceutical- or food-grade supplement
- Combined with cofactors that improve absorption or activity
- Capsule or softgel
- Powder
- Sublingual or buccal
- Liposomal liquid
Mechanism of action
Type I/III peptides for skin and joints.
- · Type I/III peptides for skin
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Bovine Collagen Peptides supports collagen synthesis, antioxidant defense, or barrier function in skin and integumentary tissues.
Evidence-based benefits
Joint pain relief
Moderate evidencePotential side effects
- · Well tolerated
Drug interactions
Supplement interactions
- Collagen peptidesProvides amino acid substrate for connective tissue synthesis.
- Vitamin CRequired cofactor for collagen hydroxylation.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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Collagen peptides for joints
Clark KL, et al.
147 athletes
Reduced activity-related joint pain.
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