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When to take Collagen

Collagen timing is flexible, 10–20g daily of hydrolyzed peptides in water, coffee, or a smoothie. Pair with Vitamin C to support collagen synthesis. Take 30–60 minutes before exercise to potentially target tendon and joint synthesis.

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Why timing matters

Daily total over weeks matters more than slot. Pre-exercise dosing may direct peptides to working tissues.

Morning vs. night

Either; many take with morning coffee out of habit.

Why without food

Hydrolyzed peptides absorb well with or without food.

Recommended schedule

Morning
10–20g hydrolyzed peptides in coffee or smoothie + Vitamin C source
Pre-exercise (optional)
15g 30–60 min before joint-stressing activity

FAQ

Skin benefits?

Meta-analyses show modest improvements in skin elasticity and hydration over 8–12 weeks at 2.5–10g/day.

Tendon and joint?

Pre-exercise dosing in collagen + vitamin C trials shows increased collagen synthesis markers.

Vegan alternative?

True collagen is animal-derived. Vegan 'collagen boosters' provide glycine, proline, lysine and Vitamin C as building blocks.

Sources

Choi FD, et al. J Drugs Dermatol. 2019

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