collagen
Collagen Peptides
Igen non-GMO tested and Informed Sport certified. Grass-fed bovine from pasture-raised sources. Better third-party verification than Vital Proteins.
Quality & Materials
Hydrolyzed bovine collagen. Type I and III. Single ingredient, no additives.
Evidence & Testing
Informed Sport certified for athletes. Igen non-GMO verified.
Brand Transparency
Third-party tested. Grass-fed sourcing verified.
Value Assessment
$30 for 41 servings. Better value than Vital Proteins with more verification.
Why Not Alternatives?
Vital Proteins lacks sports certifications. Sports Research has both Igen and Informed Sport verification.
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