[S1 E12] All About Myths: What is Collagen? Does it count as protein?
Myth: Collagen is a good way to get protein in!
Are you one of those people who think that taking collagen protein is the ultimate hack for muscle building? Well, think again. In this episode, we debunk the myth that collagen protein is a protein hack for muscle building and hitting daily grams of protein needs.
Lately, I’ve been seeing a lot of content online, promoting the idea of using collagen protein to supplement daily protein intake, but it is important to understand that collagen protein and protein powder are not the same and do not have the same effect on the body.
Today’s episode will help you understand the role of collagen and provide some insights into the different types of collagen supplements available today. I will explain the differences between collagen protein and traditional sources of protein like meat and eggs and discuss the potential benefits and limitations of collagen supplementation. Lastly, I share some of my favorite tips on how you can incorporate collagen into your diet, so make sure you tune in!
In today’s episode, we cover:
[00:02:31] Collagen vs Protein Powder, their amino acids and how they support the body
[00:04:56] The main types of collagen and where they are found in the body
[00:05:54] Signs of decreasing collagen levels
[00:07:25] Collagen is a type of protein but it’s not there for muscle-building
[00:08:55] The difference between collagen peptides and standard collagen
[00:13:17] The importance of consuming muscle-building protein and why collagen is not a muscle-building protein
[00:16:21] The benefits of collagen for skin, joints, and bone health
[00:17:25] Is this myth stalling your gains?
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Quotes:
Yes, collagen is the type of protein that's in the body. However, it is not quite the same, especially because of the structure as a protein that you would use for muscle-building
Eating collagen-rich foods doesn't directly result in higher collagen levels in your body.
You can't put collagen in place of a complete protein source, but you shouldn't avoid it just because it doesn't go towards that.
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