Enhanced Amino Collagen - Hydrolysed Collagen with Amino Acids by Amino Man

• Provides 7,000mg of hydrolysed collagen per serving, supplying concentrated collagen peptides that support normal collagen formation and healthy connective tissue structure.
• Enhanced with leucine, glutamine and HMB, offering targeted amino acids that contribute to normal muscle function and support the body’s natural recovery processes after exercise.
• Supports muscle repair and connective tissue integrity, providing key nutrients that help maintain normal tissue structure throughout active daily routines.
• Includes arginine and citrulline, amino acids that contribute to normal blood flow through their role in nitric oxide pathways.
• Delivers a balanced amino profile with added vitamin C, copper and manganese, which contribute to normal collagen formation and connective tissue maintenance.
• Provides a practical 30g serving size with 15 servings per container, offering a convenient daily portion that supports consistent nutritional intake as part of a balanced routine.

Mix 1 scoop (30g) with 200-300ml before and after exercise for the best effect. The maximum dose is 2 scoops per day.

Hydrolysed Collagen (Bovine), L-Glutamine, Leucine, Pea Protein Isolate, HMB (β-Hydroxy β-Methylbutyric Acid), Inulin, L-Arginine, L-Citrulline, Electrolyte Complex (Sodium Chloride, Potassium Sulphate, Calcium Phosphate, Magnesium Oxide), Vitamin C (as Calcium Ascorbate), Manganese (as Bisglycinate), Copper (as Bisglycinate), Natural Strawberry Flavouring, Stevia.

Serving Size: 30g (1 scoop) • Servings per Container: 15

Per 30g Serving:

• Hydrolysed Collagen (Bovine) – 7,000mg
• L-Glutamine – 5,000mg
• Leucine – 5,000mg
• Pea Protein Isolate – 3,000mg
• HMB (β-Hydroxy β-Methylbutyric Acid) – 3,000mg
• Inulin – 2,250mg
• L-Arginine – 2,000mg
• L-Citrulline – 2,000mg
• Electrolyte Complex (Sodium Chloride, Potassium Sulphate, Calcium Phosphate, Magnesium Oxide) – 200mg
• Vitamin C (as Calcium Ascorbate) – 250mg (100% NRV)
• Manganese (as Bisglycinate) – 2mg (100% NRV)
• Copper (as Bisglycinate) – 1mg (100% NRV)
  

Other Ingredients: Natural Strawberry Flavouring, Stevia

Enhanced Amino Collagen combines hydrolysed bovine collagen peptides with complementary amino acids to support the body’s natural collagen synthesis pathways, connective tissue integrity, and muscle function. The following summarises the key research behind its core ingredients.

1. Hydrolysed Collagen Peptides — Bioavailability & Tissue Delivery

Hydrolysis breaks collagen into small di- and tripeptides that are efficiently absorbed intact through the intestinal wall. A pharmacokinetic study confirmed that collagen-specific peptides (Pro-Hyp and Hyp-Gly) are detectable in plasma within 1 hour of ingestion and selectively accumulate in skin, cartilage, and bone tissue — demonstrating targeted delivery to the tissues that need them most.

Reference: Shigemura Y et al. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry (2009). Identification of food-derived collagen peptides in human blood after oral ingestion of gelatin hydrolysates.

2. Collagen Synthesis — Stimulating Fibroblast Activity

Collagen peptides have been shown to stimulate fibroblasts — the cells responsible for producing collagen in skin and connective tissue — to increase their own collagen synthesis. A randomised controlled trial demonstrated that specific collagen peptides significantly increased procollagen type I and elastin production in the dermis, supporting skin structure from within.

Reference: Proksch E et al. Skin Pharmacology and Physiology (2014). Oral supplementation of specific collagen peptides has beneficial effects on human skin physiology: a double-blind, placebo-controlled study.

3. Joint & Connective Tissue Support

A 24-week randomised controlled trial in athletes found that collagen hydrolysate supplementation (10g/day) significantly reduced joint pain at rest and during activity compared to placebo. The authors concluded that collagen supplementation may support joint health and reduce the risk of joint deterioration in physically active individuals.

Reference: Shaw G et al. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2017). Vitamin C-enriched gelatin supplementation before intermittent activity augments collagen synthesis.

4. Amino Acids — Protein Synthesis & Muscle Function

The complementary amino acids in this formula — including glycine, proline, hydroxyproline, and essential amino acids — support normal protein synthesis and contribute to the maintenance of normal muscle function (EFSA-approved). Glycine in particular is a conditionally essential amino acid that becomes increasingly important during periods of high physical demand, injury recovery, or ageing.

Reference: Razak MA et al. Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity (2017). Multifarious beneficial effect of nonessential amino acid, glycine: a review.

5. Skin Hydration & Elasticity

A meta-analysis of 19 randomised controlled trials (n=1,125) found that hydrolysed collagen supplementation significantly improved skin hydration, elasticity, and reduced wrinkle depth compared to placebo, with consistent benefits observed across doses of 2.5–10g per day over 8–12 weeks.

Reference: de Miranda RB et al. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology (2021). Effects of hydrolyzed collagen supplementation on skin aging: a systematic review and meta-analysis.