Collagen Peptides
Hydrolysed collagen supporting connective tissue, skin, & joints. Best evidence with vitamin C co-ingestion pre-exercise.
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Evidence last reviewed: 04 Apr 2026
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Known concerns, timing considerations, & interactions
Note
Incomplete amino acid profile — not a substitute for complete protein sources
Allergy
Marine collagen carries shellfish allergy risk — use bovine or plant-derived if allergic
Note
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Evidence
1 record
Joint pain / tendon collagen synthesis
Athletes; older adults with joint pain • RCTs
PUBMEDModerate
Reduces activity-related joint pain; when taken pre-exercise with vitamin C, promotes tendon collagen synthesis.
Dose: 10000 mgDuration: 8–24 weeksTiming: pre-exercise
Citation: Shaw et al. 2017; Clark et al. 2008
Take ~1 hour before exercise with vitamin C for best tendon effect.
Forms
Type I/III hydrolysed collagen peptides
Skin and general connective tissue.
Type II collagen
More specific to cartilage/joint health.
Stacks containing Collagen Peptides
Public community stacks that include this ingredient.
endurancerecoverydaily
Endurance, Longevity & Recovery Stack
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Built from your profile goals, constraints, & current training/recovery context. This stack includes evidence-backed supplements selected for practical fit, & you can fine-tune doses & timing in edit mode.
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