Collagen peptides come from two main sources: marine collagen and bovine collagen. The former comes from fish, while the latter is extracted from the connective tissues of cattle. They have very similar compositions, and studies on each reveal similar benefits, with a slight advantage in favor of marine collagen. Therefore, the choice between the two is primarily based on personal and ethical preference rather than a difference in effectiveness.
At Squad Nutrition, we have chosen to offer you marine collagen for several reasons:
- Marine collagen is better assimilated by the body and has a carbon impact 7x lower than bovine collagen, making it a more ecological and effective option.
For comparison, bovine collagen comes from the carcasses of farmed beef and can be of questionable quality depending on its origin.
Marine collagen, on the other hand, has environmental benefits because it is made from by-products of the fishing industry, which helps reduce waste and encourage more sustainable use of marine resources.
- It is favored for skin care because it is rich in type I collagen, the main type of collagen found in the skin. Therefore, it may be more effective in improving skin elasticity, hydration, and firmness, as well as reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
- It has a more neutral flavor and smell than bovine collagen, making it more pleasant to consume. However, we wanted to give it a mango/passion fruit flavor with flavorings to make it even more pleasant to consume because we know that some collagens can be very unpleasant in the mouth.