Protein Powder Or Collagen Powder?

which one is right for you? ⁠⁠

Supplementing with collagen provides plenty of benefits to the body BUT collagen doesn’t behave in the same way in the body as a whey or good quality vegan pea protein.

The main difference between protein powders and collagen powders is that collagen is an incomplete protein. It means that it doesn’t have all of the essential amino acids but all protein powders are complete proteins.

Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. In comparison, collagen powders contain specific amino acids like glycine and proline. Great for rebuilding and synthesising collagen internally.
A lot of the protein powders on the market [made from pea or whey] are blended to create a complete protein. They have all the essential amino acids.

Protein powders can have a positive effect on metabolism and post-workout recovery, according to a July 2017 study published in Nutrients . It can also help promote gaining lean muscle mass. Collagen is not a source of complete dietary protein. Dietary protein is the kind of protein that you consume to balance your blood sugar and it keeps you feeling fuller for longer.

Collagen is the major structural component of skin and makes up around 80% of it. We naturally produce our own collagen but as we age our ability to make it starts to decline. Our lifestyle also can affect our ability to produce optimum levels.

Our skin properties are also known to be affected by endogenous and environmental factors including, ultraviolet radiation, hormones, and our nutritional intake. This may lead to a breakdown of collagen resulting in loss of elasticity and faster skin ageing, as well as affecting our hair, nails, joints, and muscles.

Personally, I love using both protein and my PCH Marine Collagen which helps boost levels of collagen in the skin, helping to combat signs of ageing. However I do not use collagen as a good source of protein.