Product Description

WHAT IS COLLAGEN? – Collagen is a protein made up of chains of amino acids formed in a triple helix configuration which build strong, flexible fibres that form the structure of our bodies. It is the most abundant protein found in hair, bones, tendons, ligaments, eyes, discs and organs and gives our skin and joints strength and elasticity. It also holds all of our cells and tissues together and ensures the integrity, elasticity and regeneration of skin, cartilage and bones. It represents almost 30% of all human protein content.

WHY DO WE NEED COLLAGEN? – Collagen production peaks around the age of 20, slowing down as we age. This reduction causes the gradual deterioration of collagen fibres resulting in our skin becoming dehydrated and thinner and causing wrinkles to appear. It also leads to the loss of bone and cartilage plus increased pain, discomfort and inflammation in our joints. Our collagen contains 8 of the 9 essential amino acids the body needs and has 18 amino acids in total, including glycine which is an immuno-nutrient that helps the body create DNA and promotes more restorative sleep; proline which assists the body to produce its own collagen; glutamine which reduces inflammation of the gut and arginine which helps improve athletic performance.

WHAT DOES SCIENCE SAY? – For centuries, humans have consumed collagen in the form of bone broth to support their joint and bone health and, more recently, it’s benefits for skin, hair and nails plus wider health issues such as leaky gut and improved sleep have become more researched. Studies have demonstrated that over 90% of the peptides from collagen hydrolysate are digested and absorbed within a few hours after a meal, with clinical trials in 2014 showing that collagen peptides improved knee problems in elderly women. Later trials in 2015 showed that collagen fragmentation was also reduced after 4 weeks and decreased by 31% after 12 weeks and skin moisture increased by 28% after 8 weeks. In addition, a 2015 trial over 24 weeks showed improvement of joint pain, reduction of joint deterioration and pain reduction in athletes who were treated with dietary collagen hydrolysate supplement.

Collagen has been proved to be highly beneficial for reducing wrinkles, strengthening hair & nails, reducing joint pain and inflammation, building muscle and speeding up recovery from exercise and injury. Collagen helps repair cartilage and leaky gut; can improve sleep and reduce fatigue and also boosts metabolism & fat burning. Collagen is the perfect supplement for weight training and all forms of exercise and athletics, and is perfect for Keto, Paleo, HCG and fasting lifestyles.

SHOULD I USE BOVINE OR MARINE COLLAGEN? – Typically 95% of the supplements available contain either bovine collagen from cows or marine collagen from fish. Whilst some retailers may try and convince you that one is better than the other, there are actually no differences, especially if you are using high quality powder. The science proves that the amino acid structures are very slightly different but this does not alter the bio-availability. The amino acid profile is also slightly different between the two collagens, but only in terms of volume of aminos. Bovine and marine both have the 18 aminos but marine typically contains more Alanine, Arginine and Aspartic Acid whilst bovine typically contains more Glycine, Hydroxyproline and Proline. It really is swings and roundabouts though, and a high enough dose will eliminate any differences. Also, a high quality collagen of either type will have very little difference in terms of taste and smell, although this will always be very subjective and a matter of personal taste. The key difference is that if someone has a fish allergy then the marine collagen would obviously not work for them and if someone is sensitive to beef products then the bovine collagen would not work for them either. Anyone who is sensitive to protein or has challenges with digesting protein, will find both products unsuitable. Finally, marine collagen raw material costs more than double bovine collagen, so the end product will be more expensive.

IS COLLAGEN SAFE? – Collagen hydrolysate is a safe, sustainable and natural ingredient produced when gelatin is broken down into smaller chains of amino acids, called collagen peptides, via a process of hydrolysis (the breaking down of a compound using water). Unlike regular collagen, these collagen peptides (or hydrolysed collagen) are highly digestible and bioavailable, meaning the body can use them more easily. The solubility, absorption and digestibility varies amongst different grades of collagen which is why it is important to always select the highest grade of collagen and test how it dissolves, tastes and smells. We offer one of the highest quality and purest collagen powders available made using a state of the art, ISO 9001 manufacturing process to produce the purest protein peptides with the maximum solubility, absorption and efficacy and the minimum taste and smell.

IS COLLAGEN SUSTAINABLE? – By using a by-product from the already established cattle farming industry, collagen manufacturing eliminates waste by utilising raw material that would have otherwise been wasted. All of these above factors make Edible Health’s Premium Collagen Hydrolysate Powder one of the most sustainable health supplements available, offering the highest quality protein peptides containing the most diverse range of healing properties. Our company is about Real People offering Real Products which produce Real Results and our sole aim is to help as many people as possible benefit from the incredible benefits of collagen hydrolysate.

• 100% purest protein peptides
• 8 out of 9 essential amino acids
• No nasty additives or allergens
• Maximum absorption
• Minimum taste & smell
• Safe & certified manufacturing

PRODUCT – Why Choose Our BOVINE Collagen?

Our 100% PURE PROTEIN PEPTIDES are produced in a state of the art, ISO 9001 certified facility with full HACCP safety systems using a solvent-free, alkaline manufacturing process involving no metal catalysts or irradiation. Only non-GMO, bovine hides from Brazilian cattle subject to official vet supervision are used. There are no hooves or tails in our product and no risk from heavy metals. The cattle are certified as free from BSE, antibiotics, hormones, preservatives and anabolic steroids, enabling us to offer the PUREST BOVINE COLLAGEN of the HIGHEST QUALITY that contains NO allergens, pesticides, heavy metals, synthetic drugs, gluten, dairy, sugar or soy. Our collagen is also fully WADA, Halal & Kosher certified and comes in a secure, recyclable tub with an easy to open, sealed lid to ensure no spilling or spoiling & an easy-to-peel-off label so you can rinse & re-use the tub. Our packaging is filled to the top with 400g – the perfect size for one month’s supply.

PEOPLE – Why Choose Our Company?

Our Company is a UK based business owned and operated by just the two of us – CORINNA & SIMON. We established Edible Health in 2016 because, through our own health challenges, we discovered the incredible healing powers of collagen and wanted to find a way to spread the word and help others. We are an ex-corporate, “mature” (whilst very young at heart) couple who want to bring “Old School” values into the online “New School” world. We stand by our mantra “PEOPLE BEFORE PROFITS” and believe in a professional yet personal work ethic. We are not “in it to make a quick buck” on Amazon and every customer matters to us. We are real people who really care, offering real products that really work. We answer all questions, reviews and emails personally. Read our Q&A, scroll through our reviews or drop us a line directly to see for yourself.

PREPARATION – How Do You Take Our Collagen?

The beauty of our collagen hydrolysate powder is that you can take as little or as much of the daily dose, giving you flexibility to use it in accordance to your own health requirements and taste. Please consult your GP if you are pregnant or under any medical supervision and don’t exceed the recommended daily dose:

It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3:

1. HOW MUCH? The recommended daily dose is 13g or two level tablespoons. We suggest you build up slowly, 1 teaspoon at a time, throughout the day.

2. HOW OFTEN? Consistency is key – take the recommended dose every day for at least 4-8 weeks to see results, although it can be sooner. And keep taking it!

3. HOW? Simply add one tablespoon to every 500ml of hot or cold drink. You can also stir into your favourite food to suit your taste. Try in warm lemon water, tea, coffee, smoothies, yoghurt, porridge, soup, curry, bolognese, casseroles, dressings or baking.

Just make sure you have plenty of Vitamin C in your diet to supports collagen production!

WHAT ELSE SHOULD YOU KNOW?

WHY BOVINE NOT MARINE? Collagen structure is the same regardless of whether it’s from cow, fish or pig. Peptide quality is far more important.

WHY NOT SACHETS or DRINKS? Powder = 400g collagen/month, add to any food or drink! Sachets = 204g collagen/month, may not like the taste!

WHY NOT CAPSULES? Powder = 400g collagen/month. Capsules = 21g collagen/month. Our powder is pure with no additives & allergens. Capsules contain additives.

WHY NOT GRASS-FED? No independent, regulatory body exists to verify such claims. It’s impossible to prove every cow has only ever eaten grass. We haven’t found a supplier who doesn’t use grains in their winter feed so all grass-fed claims are FALSE!

WHICH COLLAGEN TYPES? Collagen Type doesn’t matter because amino acid structures are very similar. The quality of peptides is far more important.

WHY NOT CREAM? Collagen molecules are too large to penetrate skin.

WHY 400g? Perfect for 1 month & auto-ordering.