Question 1

What are collagen peptides?

Accepted Answer

Collagen peptides contain the same exact set of amino acids and nutrients as collagen, but have undergone a process called hydrolysis to break them down into shorter chains of proteins called peptides. They are also referred to as hydrolyzed collagen or collagen hydrolysate. Generally speaking, collagen peptides can be dissolved in both hot or cold water and, because of the hydrolysis process, are broken down and digested more easily in your stomach. They also typically have a high bioavailability, which means they can be absorbed into the bloodstream more readily than regular collagen protein.

Question 2

What’s the difference between Ancient Nutrition Collagen Peptides and Ancient Nutrition Multi Collagen Protein?

Accepted Answer

Collagen Peptides brings you real results. It’s an effective, easy-to-use collagen boost with benefits for your whole body. Multi Collagen Protein is a premium formula with 10 types of collagen. You’ll get the same benefits for your hair, skin and joints† — plus, it's enhanced with clinically studied Vitamin C and 2 billion CFU* (*at time of manufacture) of probiotic strain Bacillus coagulans. Those ingredients support immune system health and provide added support for digestion.† If you’re looking for more targeted support, Multi Collagen Protein also comes in superfood formulas designed for specific interests (like Multi Collagen Protein Joint + Mobility, Beauty + Sleep, and more).

Question 3

Why should I be supplementing with collagen?

Accepted Answer

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body. Up to 30% of all the protein in your body is collagen protein. Up to 70% of skin, hair, nails and nearly 100% of connective tissues are made from collagen. It literally holds you together, from the hairs on your head, to every inch of your skin, to your joint comfort and mobility. Collagen production naturally declines as we age, and it’s not being consumed in the standard modern diet. Supplementing can help support your body’s normal collagen production, so you can reap all the rewards of collagen.

Question 4

How long before I start seeing benefits from using collagen peptides?

Accepted Answer

Everyone is different, and will have a different experience when using the product. What matters most is consistency. Some of the benefits you may see include: support for healthy hair, skin, nails, joints and a healthy gut.†

Question 5

Is Collagen Peptides vegan or vegetarian?

Accepted Answer

Collagen is found only in animals, mostly in the flesh and connective tissue. There are no vegan collagen supplements (although there are vegan foods and products that can support your body’s production of collagen). As a result, Collagen Peptides come from animal sources, so it is not vegan or vegetarian.

Question 6

Are your products produced in a facility with allergens?

Accepted Answer

We now have a disclaimer that is on ALL of our products: "Produced on equipment that may also process peanuts, tree nuts, milk, soybean, wheat, sesame, shellfish, fish, egg." This is a voluntary disclaimer and our formulations have not changed. Our manufacturers are required to have Policies and Procedures in place when it comes to handling and processing allergens. These allergen programs are in place to prevent cross contamination after each run by proper cleaning procedures. Allergen swab testing is also done after running an allergen containing product. We test finished products for allergens prior to designating as “Free” of. We also follow cGMP (current good manufacturing practices) which helps maintain allergen segregation.