Sports Research Collagen Peptides for Women & Men, Unflavored, 16 oz., Hydrolyzed Type 1 & 3 Collagen Powder Protein Supplement for Healthy Skin, Nails, Bones & Joints

Noticeable Improvent In Joints and Skin
I’ve been using collagen peptides for 7 months, and this product for 3 of those months. Before i get into my review, here’s some backstory so you know where I’m coming from. I’m a 45 year old male, 6ft, 205 lbs. I never drink, smoke, or take any drugs or pharma, and avoid artificial preservatives in my diet. I love to lift weights (6 hours per week, mix of light and heavy), and do 1 to 2 hours of cardio and yoga per week. I don’t go hard on cardio or stretching, just what’s needed to keep my heart and mobility healthy. I also get outside and hike for about an hour a day. I’m fortunate to have a job that involves talking by phone and have close access to a gym and trails, which is what makes all this possible. I limit my sitting time to no more than 5 hours per day. This is because 6 or more hours of sitting per day is shown to damage testosterone and vascular health in men.I started out with two mild problems: recurring inflammation and slow recovery in my right patellar tendon (the big one that goes over the knee), and above-optimal systolic blood pressure (around 135 to 145, while 110 to 120 would be better).I started taking collagen to improve recovery in my knee, and reduce the number of breaks I had to take from lifting. I tried several different ways of mixing it, including mixing with water, juice, and ice cream. This, and the other products I tried, mixed just fine. Ultimately I started mixing it into the oily fish I’ve been every morning for breakfast. It dissolves easily in just an ounce or two of room temperature water. The consistency goes from straight liquid water to a gel, about the consistency of hand sanitizer. This is true of every collagen product I tried.I noticed after about a month of taking collagen that my knee and elbow joints recover faster from heavy lifting sessions. Instead of needing 3 to 5 days for full joint recovery, I only need 2 to 3. I also noticed that the usual slight tendon soreness I had after a yoga session would be gone in a couple hours instead of lasting the rest of the day. As a result I can do more and harder workouts. I had previously gotten my blood pressure down from the upper 140s to upper 130s. Since making collagen part of my daily routine It’s come down another 10 points, into the 125 to 130 range. Not perfect, but healthier. I don’t know if it’s the collagen per se, or just being able to exercise more frequently and intensely. It could also be the added omega-3s from the fish, or effects from cutting out artificial preservatives. Or less stress from staying single, lol.I didn’t expect improvement in my skin, but that also happened. My skincare routine consists of washing with unscented baby shampoo, using unscented Aveeno during the day, and organic coconut oil at night. This has been my dirt-cheap routine for years. A family member I hadn’t seen for 6 months came to visit last week. He told me I look younger than I did the last time I saw him. I’ve always looked somewhat young for my age, but even people I’ve known for a couple years are shocked now when I tell them I’m 45. In the past people would estimate my age at 3 to 7 years younger. Now they’re estimating 10 to 15. This isn’t a benefit I hoped for–recovery and mobility were and still are my objectives–but wow, I’ll take it.Here’s why I prefer this product over the others I’ve tried:Taste–it’s virtually flavorless, which I vastly preferSmell–I can’t smell itGranularity–The granules are about the size of large sand particles. The few times I spilled it cleanup has been easy.Solubility–As I described above, the product dissolves quickly in a few ounces of water with little to no stirring.Price–This product is priced comparably to others, but because it’s easy to work with and never unpleasant there’s virtually no waste.The recommended dosage on the container is 20g per day. I take half that, 10g per day, and still am getting great results beyond wat I expected. I tried it at both 15 and 20 g per day, but didn’t get better results. I of course recommend talking with your healthcare provider before taking any supplements and adjusting the dosage to what’s safest and most effective for you. For cost, convenience, flavor, and effectiveness, this is best collagen product I’ve tried overall.

Some improvement . . .
This power does not have a flavor BUT it does change the taste and consistency of smoothies. It is hard to explain. I have been using it for a few weeks and see no improvement in hair, skin or nails. UPDATE: I have now been using this product for almost four months. My toenails are growing faster but not my finger nails. No noticeable improvement in thickness or strength. My hair is softer and growing faster but I have not noticed an increase in thickness. I think there is a mild improvement in my skin but noting really obvious. I also have been experiencing pain from an injury to my right knee. The injury occurred about a month after I began taking this collagen powder and I have not noticed any decrease in pain since the injury. Bad injury. I have really noticed an increase in my energy level – way up from what it was before I started this collagen powder. I have upped my rating from 3 stars to 4 stars and will continue taking this collagen powder.

Great product, mixes easily!
Great product with a lot of health benefits. It is easy to use and mixes very easily. Doesn’t have a strong taste so can mix it with pretty much anything.

So so good
This stuff is absolutely amazing! I got the unflavored and it tastes like a butter cookie which is good but in regards to the actual product it works wonders. I feel great after taking it and have noticed a difference in mh overall health. I love it and will be purchasing again when the time comes.

Been taking this collagen for 2 weeks now. Dissolves easily into my protein smoothie, tasteless & does not change the consistency. It’s a simple way to increase my protein intake.In this short space of time I have seen an improvement in the mild Lipedema on my legs, along with dry brushing.

This collagen powder is better than others I’ve tried, mainly because the vanilla flavor helps reduce the usual weird taste. It still has a slight aftertaste, but it’s more manageable. It mixes well in coffee, smoothies, and other drinks without clumping too much.While it’s not the most enjoyable, it’s a decent option if you want a collagen powder that’s easier to drink than unflavored ones.