What’s in a Serving of Collagen?
Every spoonful of Vital Proteins is packed with good stuff to support your body.
Benefit from Benefits
We’ve packed a lot of good stuff into each serving of Vital Proteins® to support your hair, skin, bones and joints.
How to Collagen
It’s simple: take it everyday that ends in “y” for best results.
Don’t Skip, Habit Stack
The best way to get your daily collagen is to combine it with an established habit (like your coffee or signature smoothie). It's called habit stacking, and it's an easy trick to help you build healthy habits that stick.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is collagen?
What is collagen?
Collagen is the main protein in our bodies that helps support our strength, flexibility and movement.**
Why is collagen important?
Why is collagen important?
Around the age of 30, our body’s natural collagen production can start to decrease by 1% per year which may lead to the appearance of fine lines, saggy skin, and bones and joints that just don’t move like they used to. (We know…total bummer.)
How does it work?
How does it work?
Collagen peptides are a supplement that stimulate the activity of special cells in our body by supplying the building blocks needed to produce new collagen.** In other words, collagen is a VIP, Very Important Protein, because it’s 1/3 of all the protein in our bodies. (BTW, collagen is not a complete protein. It includes 8 of 9 essential amino acids.)
How do I get results?
How do I get results?
Great question. Current research suggests consuming between 10-20g of collagen peptides per day (the equivalent of 2-4 tablespoons). When taken daily in your coffee, smoothie, water, or even oatmeal, you can begin to see and feel the benefits of collagen:**^
- Promotes skin elasticity and hydration
- Promotes bone and joint health
- Supports hair thickness
- Supports joint comfort and mobility
- Supports nail growth
- Promotes a youthful appearance
What Types Of Collagen Are In Our Collagen Peptides?
What Types Of Collagen Are In Our Collagen Peptides?
Our celebrity-loved collagen powder is Types I and III. Type I is the most prevalent type of collagen in the body. This is the type of collagen supplement you're probably thinking about if you're interested in preserving the levels of collagen in your skin, hair or nails. But Type I collagen isn't just a beauty-related substance. It's also a major component of the tendons, organs and bones. Type III is generally found in reticular fibers, such as in the bone marrow. It's usually found alongside Type I collagen in the body.
Can You Use Collagen For Weight Loss?
Can You Use Collagen For Weight Loss?
How Much Collagen Should You Take Every Day?
How Much Collagen Should You Take Every Day?
While we typically recommend taking 10-20g of collagen per day, we also recognize everyone’s lifestyle and wellness goals are different.