Premium collagen peptides — what to know before you buy

What collagen is and why we lose it

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body — about 30% of total protein mass. It builds the structure of skin, bones, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, blood vessels and cell membranes. Quite literally, it is the biological scaffolding that holds us together.

From the age of 25 our own collagen production declines by roughly 1–1.5% per year. After 40 the loss accelerates, and during the first five years after menopause women can lose up to 30% of skin collagen. That is why skin becomes thinner and less elastic and joints stiffer.

Hydrolysed collagen peptides are a food supplement — a source of protein that can complement a varied diet. They do not replace it and are not a medicine.

Hydrolysed peptides — why this matters

“Hydrolysed” means that large collagen molecules have been broken down into smaller peptides. As a result the powder dissolves easily in hot and cold drinks without clumping.

JuniKa Natur Premium Collagen Peptides are Type I and III collagen peptides from grass-fed cattle — unflavoured, lactose- and gluten-free. Types I and III are the most common types of collagen in the human body.

According to the brand, the product is analysed by the SGS Institut Fresenius laboratory.

What research says

Hydrolysed collagen is the subject of many scientific studies. Selected randomised trials have looked at, among other things:

• Skin: hydration and elasticity parameters (Proksch et al., 2014; Bolke et al., 2019). • Nails: nail brittleness (Hexsel et al., 2017). • Joints: joint discomfort in athletes and people with osteoarthritis (Clark et al., 2008; Zdzieblik et al., 2017). • Bones: bone mineral density in postmenopausal women (König et al., 2018).

These results relate to the specific preparations and doses used in the cited studies — they do not refer directly to products sold at iLabU. No health claims have been authorised in the EU for collagen relating to skin, hair, nails, joints or bones, so we do not attribute these effects to our product. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet.

How to combine collagen with the rest of your ritual

If you feel tired, your hair is falling out, your nails break and your skin looks pale — look for the cause rather than reaching for more supplements. A common cause of these symptoms is low ferritin (iron stores).

A home ferritin test (5 minutes, finger-prick blood) gives you a first indication. If the result is low (<30 ng/mL), discuss it with a doctor, who will advise on diet or iron supplementation.

For your daily skincare you can add a vitamin C serum — a cosmetic applied locally to the face.

Practical tips to start

• Recommended serving: 20 g (2 scoops) a day, dissolved in a drink or yoghurt. Do not exceed the recommended daily serving. • Eat a varied diet rich in vegetables and fruit — food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. • Test your ferritin if you have fatigue, hair loss or pallor, and discuss the result with a doctor. • If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medicines, ask a doctor before use. • Store out of reach of young children.

Related product

• Ferritin (Iron Deficiency) Test 20.00 PLN

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from collagen supplementation?

We do not promise specific effects or timelines. No health claims have been authorised in the EU for collagen relating to skin, hair, nails or joints. Collagen peptides are high in protein — protein contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass and of normal bones.

Can I combine collagen with vitamin C?

Yes. Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin — this claim relates to vitamin C, not to collagen itself. Good sources are kiwi, bell pepper and citrus fruit.

What is the daily dose and how should I take collagen?

The recommended serving is 20 g (2 scoops) a day — do not exceed it. It can be dissolved in water, coffee, tea, a smoothie or yoghurt. Peptides are taste- and odour-neutral — they do not change the flavour of your drink.