Targeted collagen support, simplified. Easy-to-take Marine Collagen Capsules deliver pure, hydrolyzed collagen sourced from the skin of wild Australian and Pacific salmon—a rich, marine-based source optimized for better absorption. With consistent use, these capsules help reduce joint pain associated with osteoarthritis, while also working to strengthen hair and nails and support skin elasticity. Free from antibiotics, added hormones and GMOs, it's a clean, daily ritual for beauty and mobility with added peace of mind.
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Are your Marine Collagen capsules pescatarian-friendly?
Technically they are not, as the capsules themselves are made from gelatin. But they are paleo and keto friendly.
How is Organika's Marine Collagen processed?
With our Marine Collagen, a process called hydrolyzation is used. It is an enzymatic process for breaking collagen down into a smaller molecule, called a peptide, making it easier for the body to absorb and use.
How can I tell if this product is working for me?
Signs that your collagen levels have increased include: stronger and faster-growing hair and nails, hydrated skin, reduced appearance of wrinkles, and reduced joint pain.
Have we always been deficient in collagen? Why do we need to supplement now?
Collagen used to be quite prevalent in our diet, when we used and ate more of the whole animal. Natural collagen sources like skin, bones, joints and organs were all used regularly in cooking. A long-simmering bone broth or slow-cooked meat on-the-bone stew can provide an abundance of collagen and gelatin. We're also not cooking at home from scratch as much. Supplementation can make up for our lack of traditional ways of cooking.
What are the various types of collagen supplementation?
Adding gelatin powder, bone broth powder or collagen powder to your food and beverages are all amazing ways to supplement with collagen proteins. Organika's Bovine Gelatin Powder is going to make your foods jelly-like; those proteins are a little more work for your body to digest and absorb but are less processed and contain other synergistic nutrients. Our Chicken and Beef Bone Broth powders are easy to add to hot beverages, soups and stews to fortify them with collagen and other beneficial nutrients found in bone broth. Hydrolyzed collagen powder, like that in Organika's Enhanced Collagen line or its Marine Collagen are the most versatile - they can be added to hot or cold beverages or food and is already broken down into a format that is the easiest to digest and absorb. BioCell Collagen or Marine Collagen capsules are alternatives to powders which you may find easier to fit into your lifestyle. Many choices ensure you can easily adopt a collagen supplement into your everyday routine!
Even though collagen seems like a household name these days, many people are still unsure if they should take collagen, or what it can do for them. There are many questions you still have about collagen before it's time to pick up your first bottle, so we want to clear that up! To help you decide if collagen is for you, we’re answering the top 10 things you need to know about collagen:
1. What is collagen?
Collagen is a protein, and is what makes up a lot of what is found in our hair, skin and nails. It is referred to as the “glue” that holds our body together. As we get older, however, we're unable to produce the necessary collagen to prevent the signs of aging. This is why many people will supplement with it.
2. Are there negative side effects of taking collagen?
For most people, there are no side effects of taking collagen. Most people find that adding collagen to their routine has positive outcomes for their digestive health, hair, skin and nails. However, in rare instances, some people have noticed small breakouts, or light digestive distress when adding collagen to their diet. There has been no definitive correlation between collagen and these issues.
3. How long does it take to see results from taking collagen?
There are a few factors that matter here: how long you take it, and what your lifestyle is already like. Generally it can take up to four months to truly see the benefits of collagen in your body. If you are eating a poor diet that lacks the nutrients your body needs to produce its own collagen, and start taking a maximum dose each day, then you may see the effects quite quickly. However if you eat quite healthy and add in about 1 serving per day (approximately 10g), it may take a few more weeks to see the extra glow.
4. Do I need to take collagen every day?
It is suggested that you consume around 1 tbsp. of collagen everyday. If you are looking for more therapeutic benefits taking 2-3 tbsps. each day will provide more nourishing, and possibly faster acting effects. As our collagen production starts to reduce with age, taking it regularly will be beneficial for more long-term health effects.
5. Should I take collagen on an empty stomach?
Our best suggestion to taking collagen: take it whenever, and however it works best for you! Many people will add it to their morning cup of coffee, while others like it in a pre-bed elixir to help promote a more restful sleep. While some people swear by taking it at a specific time each day, there is no evidence to show that timing matters. So take it whenever works for you!
6. Are there different types of collagen?
Yes! You can learn more about the types of collagen here. But we’ll give you the Cole's Notes version now: There are many types of collagen in your body (articles cite anywhere from 15-27 different types of collagen). However, there are three types that are of most importance in our body: Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3. Pretty easy to remember, right?
Type 1 collagen is what helps our hair, skin and nails, and can be found in Organika’s Enhanced Collagen, Marine Collagen and Salmon Collagen.
Type 2 collagen is found in Organika’s Chicken Bone Broth and BioCell Collagen supplements, and supports joint health. People living with joint issues, like osteoarthritis may find relief from using supplements rich in Type 2 collagen.
Type 3 collagen is usually found alongside Type 1 collagen in your body and is an important component of our bone marrow. This is available in Organika's Enhanced Collagen line.
7. Can I make collagen on my own?
Your body naturally produces collagen using Vitamin C, and the amino acids, glycine, proline and lysine. This means that yes, if you are eating a primarily plant-based diet, you can still produce the collagen necessary to keep your skin glowing and your hair flowing. However, it is important to remember that our collagen production decreases as we age. That’s likely because our body can’t breakdown and absorb the proper nutrients to create it (like these amino acids and Vitamin C). So including a collagen supplement, or a plant-based booster is helpful!
8. Is collagen just a powder?
Collagen can come in various forms, but you’ll usually see it in a powder or capsule form. For example, our Marine Collagen and Enhanced Collagen line are powders that can be added to smoothies, baking, or your morning coffee/tea. Our Plant-Based Collagen Booster is also a powder, however it’s best to use that in cold liquids to ensure you keep the integrity of the vitamins. On the other hand, you can also use Organika’s BioCell Collagen or Salmon Collagen, which both come in capsule form.
9. Can I take different types of collagen at the same time?
You can! In fact, Organika even sells a product that includes all three types of collagen in one convenient powder called Full Spectrum Collagen.
10. Can I add hydrolyzed collagen to hot foods or liquids?
The process of hydrolyzation means that the collagen has been broken down into a smaller molecule that is better absorbed by your body. Heating the collagen does not degrade the nutrient profile, as it is already broken down to its smallest molecule.
Si vous aimez les gâteaux aux carottes, vous adorerez ces bouchées améliorées de gâteaux aux carottes !
Ces bouchées améliorées de gâteau aux carottes sont pour le plaisir de tous, même pour ceux qui recherchent une alternative sans gluten.
PREP 10-15 MINS | FACILE | Rendement 15-20
Ingrédients :
½ tasse de carotte râpée
¼ girofle moulu
7 dates Medjool dénoyautées
½ tasse de mûres séchées
¾ tasse de flocons d'avoine sans gluten
1 c. à thé de cannelle
½ noix de muscade
1 c. à thé d'extrait de vanille pure
¼ tasse d'eau
2 c. à soupe de collagène amélioré
½ tasse de noix de coco râpée (boules roulées dans la noix de coco)
Itinéraire :
Mélangez l'avoine au robot ménager jusqu'à ce qu'elle devienne aussi fine que de la farine.
Ajouter des mûres séchées. Pulvérisez pour les briser.
Ajouter les carottes, la vanille et les épices (clous de girofle, cannelle, noix de muscade) puis réserver.
Ajouter le mélange de dattes dans les ingrédients secs, plier jusqu'à ce que le tout soit bien mélangé.
Former des boules, les rouler dans la noix de coco râpée. Dégustez !
Vous avez entendu tout le battage autour de la poudre de collagène amélioré. Vous savez qu'il est essentiel pour la santé de la peau, des ongles et la croissance des cheveux. Il peut également contribuer à réduire les douleurs et les inflammations articulaires. Cependant, la plupart des suppléments de collagène sont d'origine animale, généralement d'origine marine, aviaire ou bovine. Donc, si vous êtes d'origine végétale, vous pensez peut-être que vous ne pouvez pas augmenter la production de collagène dans votre corps. Mais les mangeurs de plantes, n'ayez crainte ! Vous aussi, vous pouvez augmenter la production de collagène à l'aide de quelques stimulants, en particulier la vitamine C !
Tout d'abord, parlons un peu de la production de collagène.
Si vous avez consulté notre blog, vous savez déjà que le collagène présente des avantages étonnants. En outre, vous avez probablement lu des articles sur les différents types de collagène et sur leurs effets, et vous savez que la capacité de notre corps à produire du collagène commence à diminuer avec l'âge.
Que devez-vous savoir pour augmenter la production de collagène ?
1. Les radicaux libres Les radicaux libres, provenant de choses comme le sucre raffiné, une trop grande exposition au soleil ou des toxines environnementales. Comment pouvons-nous lutter contre ces phénomènes ? Avec un régime alimentaire riche en antioxydants ! Il est important de s'assurer que votre régime alimentaire est riche en antioxydants, en particulier en vitamines A, C et E, ainsi qu'en minéraux, sélénium et zinc, afin de stimuler la production de collagène, surtout si vous ne le consommez pas sous forme de compléments. C'est pourquoi l'un des ingrédients à ajouter à votre arsenal de stimulation du collagène est la plante moringa. Cette plante, dont vous avez peut-être déjà entendu parler pour sa forte teneur en fer et comme elle est l'une des rares sources de protéines complètes du monde végétal, est également composée de quelque chose appelé huile de Ben, qui est riche en antioxydants.
2. Vitamine C Quel est donc le battage autour de la vitamine C ? Eh bien, la vitamine C est essentielle pour que l'acide aminé, la lysine, soit converti en procollagène dans votre corps, qui est ensuite transformé en l'un des 27 autres types de collagène dans votre corps. Vous pouvez trouver de la l-lysine dans de nombreux fruits et légumes, ainsi que dans les produits laitiers. Toutefois, en l'associant directement sous forme de complément, l'organisme disposera de l'apport nécessaire pour une production optimale de collagène. Vous comprenez maintenant comment la vitamine C peut contribuer à la synthèse du collagène, mais voyons comment elle agit en tant qu'antioxydant. Notre épiderme et notre derme contiennent de fortes concentrations de vitamine C. Il s'agit de la couche supérieure de notre peau et de la couche de cellules qui se trouve juste en dessous de sa surface (1). Cela est logique car il a été démontré que la vitamine C augmente la production de collagène de type 1 et 3 - le type le plus abondant dans notre peau, nos cheveux et nos ongles. Des études ont également montré que la vitamine C stabilise la structure de la molécule de collagène et facilite l'expression des gènes (1). Cependant, avec l'âge, les niveaux de vitamine C dans ces deux types de collagène diminuent. Ceci, à son tour, diminue nos niveaux de collagène. C'est pourquoi de nombreuses personnes choisiront de prendre des suppléments de collagène. En utilisant des produits comme le nouveau Booster de collagène à base de plantes d'Organika, avec de la poudre de moringa, et la vitamine C de la cerise d'acérola, vous pouvez aider votre corps à augmenter sa propre production de collagène !
Restez à l'écoute pour plus d'informations sur la façon dont vous pouvez stimuler votre production de collagène en utilisant le tout nouveau Booster de collagène à base de plantes d'Organika !