We continue our series of collagen mythbusters with this latest misnomer.
Originally, the market believed that the size of collagen molecules (known as the molecular weight) affected absorption. In other words, the smaller the collagen molecule size, the faster the absorption.
However, state-of-the-art manufacturing and cutting edge scientific research has since confirmed that molecular weight does not impact rate of absorption or efficacy of collagen. What actually matters is the quality of the manufacturing process and techniques used, and the resultant quality of the collagen produced at the end this process.
Molecular weight and collagen absorption into the body
As molecular weight is measured in Daltons, it was always believed that a 2,000 Dalton collagen would work better than a 5,000 Dalton product. Science has since disproved this. It has discovered that, regardless of molecular weight, collagen molecules are broken down by enzymes in the body and that this happens in the small intestine, not the stomach (as some sellers like to proclaim). These molecules then enter the bloodstream in the same way, at the same size and time, and with no impact on efficacy, regardless of their molecular weight.
Cultural beliefs and collagen absorption into the body
Interestingly, science has failed to change beliefs around the world. In Asia, it is still believed that the smaller the molecule, the better. Whereas in the USA, it is believed that the bigger the molecule, the better. In fact, neither is correct. As a result, the industry continues to supply various sizes of collagen to meet market demands, regardless of science.
Dalton weight - 2,000 or 5,000?
Edible Health's marine collagen in the UK is 2,000 Dalton and our bovine is 5,000 Dalton. However we regularly test other molecular weights for each product to see if they offer improved solubility, taste and smell, as we will never stop looking for ways to advance our collagen, so that we can ensure we are always offering the best collagen to our customers.
Collagen quality matters most
At Edible Health, we prefer to empower our customers with their health decisions.
So, rather than stating one size is better than the other, we stand by the science that molecular weight does not matter. What matters more is that the collagen we use is from the world’s leading manufacturer. It must reach our stringent requirements for the highest quality, purest collagen and, as such, Edible Health collagen is manufactured in state-of-the-art facilities governed by the strictest safety measures, most comprehensive testing, analysis and certification, and from a company with honest and transparent ethics.
Not only are quality and efficacy critical to our choice of collagen, we also source from Europe to minimise air miles and to maximise compliance with EU regulation, which is some of the strictest in the world. Rest assured, regardless of molecular weight, you can be certain that our collagen will always be the highest quality that is currently available in the world. We may not be the cheapest, but we will always be the best! Why not find out about The Collagen Code, and our commitment to Truth, Trust, Transparency and Traceability?
We trust this article is useful and helps you in your understanding and research of the best collagen for you.
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