USA Medical - Collagen Complex - 60 Capsules

Five Types of Collagen in One Capsule!

Our product contains one of the most popular active ingredients of our time, collagen, but it stands out from most collagen products on the market because we have not just packed half of it, but a premium blend of collagen types I, II, III, V, and X! USA Medical Collagen Complex also contains hydrolyzed collagens, making it easier for the body to process and utilize them to a greater extent.

Did You Know?

Everything You Need to Know About Collagen

The Greek word for collagen means glue, which is quite telling of collagen's function as one of the most important building blocks in our bodies. Collagen is a complex protein composed of various useful amino acids such as glycine, alanine, and proline. Collagen is produced by our body, but as we age, around the end of our twenties, the body's collagen production begins to decrease. This can lead to visible signs of aging—such as wrinkles and sagging skin—and joint pain. Because this protein plays an important role in building healthy hair, skin, nails, muscles, and joints, it is important that we replace the loss of collagen from quality sources when our own natural collagen production decreases.

Hydrolyzed Collagen, which is Easier to Utilize

Hydrolysis means that the original formula is broken down with water, making it easier and faster for the body to digest. In the case of collagen, hydrolysis breaks down the molecule into smaller molecules, then transforms it from a liquid into a powder and encapsulates it for easy dosing and consumption.

Types of Collagen Peptides Included in USA Medical Collagen Complex

Many collagen supplements contain only 1, 2, or 3 different types of collagen peptides, unlike USA Medical Collagen Complex capsules, which contain 5 types. The biggest difference between the types is how they are utilized in the body, what they are made of, and what we can absorb in our bodies.

Type I Collagen

Type I and type III collagen are often combined because they are the most common collagens and their utilization is similar. Type I collagen is found everywhere in our bodies except in cartilage, so it is no wonder that we need to pay special attention to its replacement. Both type I and type III collagen are produced in connective tissue and consist of 4 amino acids: glycine, proline, glutamine, and arginine.

Type I collagen is primarily found in the skin, bones, tendons, and ligaments, but it is also dominant in specialized areas such as the eye's cornea and the walls of blood vessels. This type makes up 95% of the collagen content in bones and 80% of the total protein content in bones. Bovine collagen and fish collagen contain the highest levels of type I collagen, which is also included in USA Medical Collagen Complex.

Type II Collagen

Unlike type I and type III collagen, type II collagen is mostly found in cartilage and makes up 50-60% of the protein content in cartilage and 90% of the total collagen content. This type of collagen is significant not only in fibrous cartilage but also in the vitreous body, the transparent fluid between the retina and the lens of the eye, and in cartilage discs.

Bovine collagen also contains type II collagen, but the best source of this is chicken, which is also included in our USA Medical Collagen Complex supplement.

Type III Collagen

In addition to the information described for Type I collagen, Type III collagen is rich in glycine, proline, and glutamine, and is also found in the walls of arteries and hollow organs. It is also known as reticular fibers. Besides bovine and fish peptide collagen, it is also found in bone marrow and liver.

Type V Collagen

Type V collagen is found in the bone matrix, cornea, and connective tissue (also known as the intermediate matrix). Type V collagen has fiber-forming properties and works in conjunction with type I collagen in bones, muscles, lungs, and liver. Rich in arginine and proline.

Type X Collagen

Type X collagen is a network-forming collagen. It is found in hypertrophic chondrocytes in cartilage, most prominently in joint cartilage in long bones.

Research on Collagen

Research has shown that collagen supplements can help improve skin elasticity and hydration, reduce wrinkles, and promote overall skin health. A study published in "Skin Pharmacology and Physiology" found that women who took a collagen supplement daily for 8 weeks saw a significant improvement in skin elasticity compared to those who took a placebo. Another study in the "Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry" showed that hydrolyzed collagen can improve joint health and reduce joint pain in athletes.

Summary

After learning about the components of Collagen Complex, you can now see that collagen can help provide the body with the building blocks it needs for optimal function of joints, bones, cartilage, hair, and skin. With its wide range of benefits and uses, collagen can appeal to people of all ages!