Marine Collagen - THANK YOU! ♥️

[RosaMoline]

MNetters are amazing, thank you!

Since giving birth to my last child almost thirty years ago, my hair just got thinner and finer. Menopause was the killer - it just got worse and worse…I could clearly see my scalp, particularly around my hairline and parting. Over the years, I’ve spent £££ on shampoos, conditioners, pills, serums…you name it.
At the beginning of the year, I saw a thread on here & marine collagen was recommended. I decided to give it a go, and at just over 3 months in, my hair is definitely thicker and the density is very noticeable. Good condition too.
THIS STUFF WORKS!
This is the one I purchased- I didn’t like it stirred in drinks, so I take it in the morning in porridge.
Thanks lovely people of MN for a brilliant recommendation!

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I see these comments pop up a lot of threads like this and wonder if they fact check themselves or just nod along to the last opinion someone else had on the matter

there have beenstudies and analyses of evidence of the benefits of taking hydrolysed collagen and they aren’t very difficult to find with the use of the internet or chatGPT

Not true. Studies have shown that collagen supplementation can lead to an increase in collagen content, bone density, and skin hydration. Research may be in its early stages but the evidence is there. I can see the improvements in my hair and skin (my hairdresser thinks it's some kind of miracle) so I'll continue to take it. My cousin was advised by the oncologist to take it whilst having chemo and had a full head of healthy hair after treatment. Obviously i cant say it was 100% due to collagen but her Dr believed it helps his patients. Recent studies are showing benefits in blood pressure/cholesterol and heart health as well.

Yeah, I think plain is the way forward. The plain one I use is completely undetectable in hot drinks. Haven’t tried it in cold, but I’d imagine it to be the same.

Like a PP I use Vital Proteins marine collagen and take 10g a day sprinkled in drinks, yogurt, etc. it has very little taste and not at all fishy like others I have tried. A bonus is that I had an operation recently and the 8 inch wound on my abdomen is healing at an incredible speed.

For peri hair specifically I also find ‘Centred’ products pretty good.

Ok ladies. I'm trusting you.

Bovine collagen ordered.

Anyone have any idea whether this is any good for people with EDS/hypermobikity. As our collagen is crap Im not sure taking more will help? Yet am in so much pain (lost so much hair/skin rubbish) willing to try anything . . .

https://www.bbc.co.uk/future/article/20250214-do-collagen-supplements-work
This is a well balanced article

The stuff I use is 2000, so I'd say so! 😀

Actual science based ( as @Wonderknicks says ) independent studies are very very limited.
Those that do exist are on small numbers of people.
I think there’s less evidence that collagen supplements helps hair regrow. There is some evidence it improves condition though.

There is definitely medical evidence collagen supplements can cause calcification of the arteries which is one of the reasons I’m cautious at the moment.

Same - it arrived last night via prime and I've had it already this morning in a shake, couldn't taste it at all 😀will report back in a couple of months

I see such a big difference when I take collagen. So many of my autoimmune problems (joint/connective tissue) ease. My skin and hair and nails do get better too even though it's bovine. Mine are £15 for 90 capsules but often think of upgrading as surely if it's more expensive it's gonna be better quality.... right...? 😁

Ive been taking turmeric for years. Glucosamine, vit D, etc...all the supplements!
Have lost a ton of weight, try and keep mobile, take HRT. God knows what my joints would be like without all that!!LOL
I think collagen is the only thing left I havent tried. If I was younger I might be more inclined to try the vegan one but as your collagen production decreases with age I think I need all the help I can get.

I'll have to revisit this thread in 3-4 months to report any difference!

Couldn't decide between priority of joints, skin, hair etc. So bought a collagen powder with type 1,2 & 3.
Miracle stuff - tasteless in coffee.

At least you are taking the marine one as the increase in the use of the bovine collagen is causing large scale deforestation issues.

If there was real evidence I might go for it ( vegetarian since 1980 ) but tbh apart from my hair, as I don’t have wrinkles ( age 58 ) that’s the only reason and atm I’m trying Regaine so I’m going to wait and see.

If nothing then I’ll be back on this thread and looking to see if Wonderknicks has any more research. The Jury’s out for me

Oh fingers crossed then! These are the ones I ordered

Can I ask which one you bought please ?

Sure will pm you

@WivVestwood I did some research into the differences between the types marine(2) and bovine (1&3) and concluded I wanted the benefit of both. From my research the powder came up more beneficial compared to capsules.
If money was no issue I would use something like Skinade
(I found there were 5 types of collagen lol)
I appreciate we all have different numbers eeds and experiences and I love that we can share that.
Ps. Great username

Number eeds? *Needs

Arrived this afternoon.

Coffee with a hint of Bovril. Mmmm. 🤣

My sister tells me the company is a “bit Brexit” 😬

I didn’t realise that the time, though the clue is in their name, I guess. My skin is great though!

I have used them for Lions Mane but I don’t recall all the slagging off other companies
Good to hear you’re happy with results so far

I have high hopes. I'm a few years post menopause. I've always had dry skin, but this is getting crazy, so I've just bought some marine collagen along with another multi vit for skin. H&B have a BOGOF offer at the moment. I don't mind aging, and not looking like a 20 year old, but the dry skin is uncomfortable. Mine arrives Monday.

Try nutrition geeks bovine collagen, works for me and reasonably priced

Hi
I'm looking in to supplements for joint pain, stiffness and enthesitis. I have an autoimmune arthritis and wanted to try and manage some of the worst symptoms myself.
Would you mind sharing which brand you use please and how much you take?
Thank you 😊