New study on collagen absorption - legit or marketing hype?
Hey everyone, just came across this study (PMID: 12345678) claiming that collagen peptides in gummies have 95% bioavailability when taken with vitamin C. The research was funded by a supplement company though... What do you all think? Legit science or biased marketing? Link: healthjournal.com/collagen-study-2024
Interesting find! I looked up the study - it's published in a peer-reviewed journal (Journal of Nutritional Science), which is promising. The 95% bioavailability claim seems high compared to other studies I've read (usually 70-85%). The company funding is a red flag for potential bias, but the methodology appears sound. Would need to see independent replication. Have you checked if there are any conflict of interest disclosures?
lol science stuff goes over my head but I've been taking collagen gummies with my post-workout shake for 6 months and my joints feel WAY better. Used to have knee pain after leg day, now it's barely noticeable. If it works, it works right? Who cares who funded it as long as the results are real. My gym buddy swears by them too for recovery.
As someone who needs all the help I can get with energy and skin (thanks caffeine dehydration!), I'm skeptical but curious. The vitamin C combo makes sense since it helps collagen production. But 95%? That sounds too good. Tina's right about needing independent studies. Has anyone tried these AND noticed actual skin/hair benefits? My dark circles could use some magic gummy help 😅
Claire's anecdote aligns with the proposed mechanism - collagen peptides may support joint tissue. Mila raises a good point about skin benefits being harder to measure objectively. I found two earlier studies (2019, 2021) with similar designs but lower absorption rates (82% and 78%). The dramatic jump to 95% in this new study does raise eyebrows. Could be improved formulation... or could be statistical manipulation. Would love to see the raw data!