<p><span>So... what is it and what's it do?</span></p> <p><span>Collagen is a structural protein that is a major component in the body especially in skin, muscles and tendons. Factors like age, diet and environment can deplete your bodies collagen levels leading to the degeneration of collagen rich areas of the body like your skin. This degradation can cause changes in the body associated with aging, like wrinkles and aching joints.<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Supplementing with collagen can help slow this depletion and minimise the negative effects associated.</span></p> <p><span>As a protein collagen is a source of amino acids like glycine, proline and lysine which have integral roles in the body building connective tissue and regulating cell growth. This benefits skin, muscle, hair, cartilage, ligaments and even blood cell growth. While the amino acid glutamine has also been associated with preventing inflammation of the gut wall and contributing to overall gut health.</span></p> <p><span>The word 'Hydrolysed' refers to a process where the long chain triple helix protein that forms collagen is broken down into shorter pieces. This results in short individual chains of amino acids called peptides which are easier for the body to digest and utilise the amino acids. Being a powder it can easily be incorporated into smoothies, drinks, soups, and baked goods.</span></p> <p><span><span class="Apple-converted-space">We offer it in Pure (unflavoured), Chocolate (using Organic Cacao) and Vanilla (using real Vanilla Bean).</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span>Contains Type 1 and 3 Bovine Collagen</span></p> <p><strong>NOTE: This product is considered by FDA guidelines as grass fed. Our product is derived from cattle that is predominately grass fed and pasture raised however rations of supplemental feed may be given throughout their lives due to associated nutritional needs, animal health and seasonal impacts. Our Collagen is sourced from Brazil and is free from rBST and other hormones commonly used. We have had a number of packaging changes in the past 24 months therefore if some of the information isn't on your packaging, please return to this page for current nutritional information. </strong></p> <p><span><b>INGREDIENTS:</b></span></p> <p><span>Collagen Powder, Natural Flavours, Natural Sweetener (Stevia), Organic Vanilla Bean Powder (0.15%).</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><b>Manufactured on equipment that also produces products containing Milk, Soy, Egg, Tree Nuts, Sesame, Lupin and Peanuts.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></b></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><b>Directions For Use: </b></span></p> <p><span><b><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></b></span></p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td colspan="3" valign="top"> <p><span><b>NUTRITION INFORMATION</b></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="3" valign="top"> <p><span>Servings per package: <span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>33</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="3" valign="top"> <p><span>Serving size: <span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>30g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <p> </p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>Average Quantity per Serving</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>Average Quantity per 100g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <p><span>ENERGY</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>450kJ (107Cal)</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>1500kJ (358Cal)</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <p><span>PROTEIN</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>25.8g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>86.1g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <p><span>FAT, TOTAL</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.0g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.0g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <p><span><span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>- SATURATED</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.0g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.0g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <p><span>CARBOHYDRATE</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>1.1g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>3.5g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <p><span><span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>- SUGARS</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.2g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.6g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <p><span>DIETARY FIBRE</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <p><span>GLUTEN<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top"> <p><span>SODIUM</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>&lt;1mg</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>3mg</span></p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <p> </p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span><b>ESSENTIAL AMINO ACIDS</b></span></p> </td> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Avg Qty Per 30g Serve</span></p> </td> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Avg Qty Per 100g<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Lysine</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>1.00g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>3.35g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Methionine</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.26g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.86g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Phenylalanine</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.60g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>2.01g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Threonine</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.55g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>1.82g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Tryptophan</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.00g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.00g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Isoleucine</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.43g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>1.44g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Leucine</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.78g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>2.58g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Valine</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.69g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>2.30g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Histidine</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.32g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>1.05g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span><b>NON-ESSENTIAL AMINO ACIDS</b></span></p> </td> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Avg Qty Per 30g Serve</span></p> </td> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Avg Qty Per 100g<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Alanine</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>2.56g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>8.52g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Arginine</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>2.10g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span><span class="Apple-converted-space">              </span>6.99g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Aspartic Acid</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>1.72g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>5.74g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Cysteine</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.00g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.00g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Glycine</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>6.03g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>20.10g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Glutamic Acid*</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>2.96g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>9.86g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Proline</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>3.67g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>12.25g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Serine</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.89g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>2.97g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom"> <p><span>Tyrosine</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span>0.29g</span></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p><span><span class="Apple-converted-space">            </span>0.96g</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom">Hydroxyproline</td> <td valign="top">3.4g</td> <td valign="top">11.3g</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom">Hydorxylysine</td> <td valign="top">0.4g</td> <td valign="top">1.4g</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p><span><b>*</b>Glutamine</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><b>MADE IN AUSTRALIA USING AT LEAST 10% AUSTRALIAN INGREDIENTS.</b></p> <p> </p> <p><span><b>STORAGE:</b></span></p> <p><span>Close package immediately after use. Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></p> <p><span> </span></p> <p><span> </span></p> <p><span><b>FORMULATED SUPPLEMENTARY SPORTS FOOD</b></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span>This product is not a sole source of nutrition and should be consumed in conjunction with a healthy nutritious diet and appropriate physical training or exercise program.</span></p> <p><span> </span></p> <p><span> </span><span>NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 15 YEARS OF AGE OR PREGNANT WOMEN: SHOULD ONLY BE USED UNDER MEDICAL OR DIETETIC SUPERVISION.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><b>STORAGE:</b></span></p> <p><span>Close package immediately after use. Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.</span></p> <p><span> </span></p>