GummyTalk Forum

Hey everyone, I've been experimenting with collagen gummies for the past 45 days as part of my biohacking protocol. I'm tracking biomarkers like skin elasticity, joint flexibility, and sleep quality. So far, I'm seeing a 12% improvement in my morning joint stiffness scores. Has anyone else done blood tests to check collagen peptide absorption? I'm curious if the gummy form actually delivers enough hydrolyzed collagen compared to powders.

Steve, that's some serious data tracking! I'm just a busy professional trying to squeeze in workouts between meetings. I started taking collagen gummies because they're convenient - no mixing powders or dealing with messy drinks. But honestly, I'm skeptical. Are these actually doing anything or am I just eating expensive candy? My nails seem stronger maybe? But could be placebo. What brands are people using that don't have tons of sugar?

As a fitness pro who trains clients daily, I swear by collagen for recovery! I've been using Vital Proteins gummies for 6 months. The convenience is huge for clients who won't do powders. I've noticed my hair grows faster and my knees don't ache after heavy squat days. FitnessFanatic - try the sugar-free versions! Steve, have you compared different molecular weights? I heard that matters for absorption.

Great points! Gigi - I'm testing three different molecular weights right now (2kDa, 5kDa, and 10kDa). Preliminary data suggests the 2kDa shows fastest serum peptide elevation. FitnessFanatic - you're right to question the sugar content. Many brands use 3-5g per serving. Look for ones sweetened with monk fruit or stevia. The real question: are we paying for marketing or actual collagen? Most gummies contain 2.5-5g collagen vs powders with 10-20g.

Thanks both! This is super helpful. I'm using a brand with 4g sugar per serving - will switch to sugar-free. Steve, your data is convincing but I'm still wondering about cost-effectiveness. My gummies cost $30/month vs powder at $40/month but with double the collagen. Are the convenience benefits worth potentially getting half the collagen? Maybe I'll do one month of each and track my workout recovery times.

FitnessFanatic - That's a smart approach! For my clients, consistency is everything. If gummies mean they actually take it daily vs skipping powders, then they're worth it. Even if absorption isn't perfect, something is better than nothing. Steve - would love to see your full data when you're done! Maybe post your spreadsheet? I have clients asking about this daily. Pro tip: take them with vitamin C for better synthesis!