How does collagen supplementation fit your lifestyle?
Collagen, a natural protein that’s a building block of your body, is also a trendy wellness product and quickly becoming a daily, must-have nutritional supplement for those in the know. Its popularity can be attributed to the fact that collagen has many benefits from skin to joint health!*
It is an understatement to say that the collagen aisle of your local grocery store is overflowing with collagen supplement options from powders to pre-made drinks. Also, a quick search online results in an overwhelming number of collagen options!
To make it easier to choose what’s right for you, here’s a breakdown of the types of collagen and the NOW® collagen products offered by lifestyle benefit.
Main types of collagen
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Type 1: 90% of the collagen in your body that makes up skin, tendons, bones, and more
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Type 2: Found in cartilage that supports your joints
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Type 3: Found in muscles, blood vessels, and organs
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All others: Structural proteins found throughout the body
Collagen supplements from NOW®
It’s important to know that all NOW® supplements are offered at potencies that are backed by research to match the claims on the label and exhaustively tested for quality. Please note that NOW almost exclusively uses hydrolyzed collagen that has been enzymatically treated for ease of absorption, as well as to yield specific biologically active peptides (short strings of amino acids).
Beauty Benefits of Collagen Supplementation
NOW Expert and Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Dendy Engelman
Collagen for beauty
One of the most common ways you may see collagen supplementation promoted is for beauty benefits and skin health.* Is it too good to be true? Well, we don’t think so! Collagen production typically decreases with age, so supplementing with a high-quality option can indeed support healthy skin!*
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NOW® Solutions Collagen Jelly Beauty Complex with VERISOL® Bioactive Collagen Peptides promote healthy, radiant skin.* This unique beauty supplement comes in sweet orange or sweet plum flavored jelly sticks that conveniently feature nutrients to support skin health from within.* VERISOL® is clinically validated to support healthy nail growth, reduce the prominence of lines around the eyes, and help skin retain youthful elasticity.* If you are tired of adding a ton of ingredients to smoothies, just grab a jelly stick for collagen replenishment on the go!
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BioCell Collagen® is a versatile nutritional supplement that supports moisture retention in mature skin as well as joint health.* This pre-digested complex from chicken cartilage has hydrolyzed collagen and other naturally occurring elements of healthy connective tissues, including chondroitin and hyaluronic acid.* This trademarked ingredient is clinically tested to promote healthy skin and comes in easy to take veg capsules.*
Marine Collagen Peptides
Featuring marine collagen tripeptides, Aquatic Beauty+™ moisturizes from within to promote youthful glowing skin.* It’s perfect for those looking for an alternative to traditional bovine-based collagen products. This hydrating formula also includes vitamin C to increase its efficaciousness in a highly bioavailable low dose of just one gram of collagen a day for maximum results.*
Collagen for healthy aging*
Normal collagen production decreases as we age. Adding collagen supplements to your wellness routine as you age can help with skin moisture and joint support.*
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Collagen Peptides Powder includes types 1 and 3 bovine collagen, which are well-known for their roles in bone, joint, and skin health.* Clinical studies related to this type of product indicate that hydrolyzed collagen may help to support strong bones and healthy joints as well as skin smoothness and hydration.*
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Multi Collagen Protein features hydrolyzed collagen from three sources as well as complementary ingredients, vitamin C and grape seed extract. This unique combination offers naturally occurring types I and III collagen from beef, type II collagen from chicken bone broth, and type I collagen from fish for bone, joint, and skin benefits.*
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Collagen Joint Support Powder is a combination of hydrolyzed collagen, glucosamine sulfate, and MSM that help to support the formation and function of healthy joint tissue.* MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) is a complementary ingredient that serves as a natural building block for collagen synthesis in our bodies.* Glucosamine is included as an essential structural component that is naturally present in bones and joints, helping to support healthy joint structures and promote joint comfort.* Together, these ingredients are effective for those looking for additional joint health support for healthy aging.*
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UC-II® is a unique form of collagen with undenatured (native) type II collagen that works with the immune system to support healthy joints.* Human clinical studies have found that supplementing with just one 40 mg capsule of UC-II® per day can help to promote joint comfort, as well as healthy joint function and flexibility.* NOW also offers an exclusive UC-II® Advanced Joint Relief supplement with complementary ingredients for joint health.*
Vanilla Toffee Post Workout Smoothie
Collagen powder is perfect to mix into your morning smoothie.
Collagen for sports and athletes
Healthy skin and joints are extremely important for athletes. Everyone from avid cyclists to professional athletes can benefit from collagen supplementation with the options above or with sports-specific products.
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NOW® Sports Bone Broth Powders, both beef and chicken, offer a food source of collagen in supplement form. For example, our Chicken Bone Broth Powder typically has 45% naturally occurring collagen. Bone broth is a common food base in many cultures and has naturally occurring protein, amino acids, collagen, and more. This paleo-friendly protein product is made without artificial ingredients and is free of many common allergens, making it an ideal protein for individuals with food sensitivities. Mix in a smoothie or add to soups, sauces, or recipes for an easy way to add more collagen to your diet.
Your quick collagen building checklist
There’s a lot to know about supplementing with collagen. Here are some quick tips to make sure you are on the right track.
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Look for a collagen supplement that’s hydrolyzed into peptides for easy digestion, absorption, and utilization by the body.
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Don’t forget to pair with vitamin C, which supports your body’s normal collagen production! Many collagen supplements already include it so read the label.
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Remember, collagen protein powder doesn’t naturally have BCAAs so you need to add a BCAA supplement to stay on top of your amino acids.
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Don’t be afraid to split up your collagen doses! Put a spoonful in your coffee in the morning and grab a jelly later in the afternoon, especially if you aren’t eating any meat or natural sources of collagen that day.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
