What fish collagen is and how it is made
Collagen is a structural protein that comes in different forms, such as fish collagen (marine collagen) and bovine collagen. This page provides an overview of their origins, product forms, and differences in terms of sustainability. An example of such a product offered by Plenthera is the Plent Pure Marine Collagen +C product. This product contains fish collagen from sustainably managed fisheries and is enriched with vitamin C, available in various flavors and sizes.
What bovine collagen is and how it differs
Bovine collagen is extracted from the connective tissue, skin, and bones of cattle. The production process is similar to that of marine collagen, with proteins converted into collagen peptides through hydrolysis. Bovine collagen is a widely used product due to its availability and traditional use in foods and supplements.
The main difference from marine collagen lies in the source: bovine collagen comes from mammals, and marine collagen comes from fish. This difference can influence users' choices based on ethical considerations or dietary restrictions. Some consumers prefer marine collagen due to their lifestyle or preferences.
There are varieties in collagen types (such as type I, II, and III) between fish and bovine, which is usually only indicated technically and describes the composition in particular. Both forms of collagen are available in powder and capsule form, and other supplement forms.
