Flip over the label on your current collagen supplement. If you see anything beyond collagen peptides: flavoring agents, sweeteners, thickeners, anti-caking compounds. You're paying for filler, not function.
Here's what most people don't realize: the bigger collagen brands often source from feedlot cattle in South America, raised on unnatural diets and treated with growth hormones. The result is a cheaper product that doesn't dissolve as well, carries an unpleasant taste, and leaves you questioning what's actually in your scoop.
Your body deserves better than a supplement that cuts corners to protect a margin.
If you've already made the decision to supplement with collagen (and that's a smart decision), the next step is making sure you're getting exactly what the label promises. Nothing more, nothing less.