Type 1 Marine Collagen For Immunity
Strengthen your body’s natural defences.
The ultimate inside-out support for your immunity that’ll have you fighting fit and feeling invincible in no time
Time you spend feeling sick is time you can’t get back. By delivering antibodies-building amino acids and supporting skin plus gut immunity, our Type 1 Marine Collagen peptides help you to strengthen your defences against downtime threats.
Promotes healthy skin (your body’s first line of defence against infection)
Your skin is your body’s first line of defence against unwanted bacteria, germs, and all sorts of pathogenic microorganisms. It’s an active immune organ equipped with a whole slew of immune cells. Just the dermis alone contains 12 different types (e.g., T cells, mast cells, and fibroblasts)!
And do you know what protects the integrity of your skin? Yep, it’s Type 1 Collagen. By countering age-related Collagen loss, Collagen peptides contribute to your skin’s natural immunity functions.
Provides building blocks for antibodies
Your antibodies are responsible for "finding" harmful foreign invaders and marking them for destruction. Guess what they’re made of? That’s right: protein. More specifically, amino acids, which Collagen peptides are packed with.
Supports healthy gut immune function
Just as the skin protects your body from the outside, your “inner surfaces" are protected by a barrier called the mucosa. It’s worth noting that the mucosa lining your gut is particularly crucial to a well-functioning immune system. Why? Well, that’s because 70% of your immune cells are found there.
That's why improving your gut lining health benefits your immune system. And this is where Collagen peptides shine. As it turns out, Collagen contains the amino acid glutamine. This amino acid works wonders by promoting the regeneration of epithelial cells found in your gut lining.
Can collagen improve the immune system?
Yes, collagen supports gut health, which is closely linked to immune function. A strong intestinal barrier helps prevent the entry of pathogens and supports immune system regulation.
How does collagen impact inflammation and immune response?
Collagen contains amino acids such as glycine and glutamine that reduce systemic inflammation and support the immune response by maintaining a healthy gut lining and promoting tissue repair.
Is collagen beneficial during illness or recovery?
Collagen can aid recovery by supporting tissue repair and reducing inflammation. It also contributes to the health of the skin and mucous membranes, which serve as the body's first line of immune defence.
Which type of collagen is best for immunity?
Hydrolysed collagen from bovine or marine sources is ideal due to its bioavailability and balanced amino acid profile. It supports the gut, skin, and overall immune response effectively.
Can kids and older adults use collagen for immune support?
Yes, age-appropriate collagen supplementation can benefit both children and seniors by supporting gut health, reducing inflammation, and promoting skin and tissue integrity.