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Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides Dark Chocolate

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4.7
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(4171 ratings)
Sodium 200 mg
Potassium 145 mg
Protein (unspecified) 11 Gram(s)
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Score84
A clearly dosed hydrolyzed collagen powder with a lean nutrition profile. It is useful for collagen intake but not a complete protein or targeted heart product.
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Quantity:22 Ounce(s) • (41 servings)
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Score 84

A clearly dosed hydrolyzed collagen powder with a lean nutrition profile. It is useful for collagen intake but not a complete protein or targeted heart product.
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Analysis

The formula supplies 11 g hydrolyzed bovine collagen peptides and an equal amount of protein. Hydrolysis supports easy mixing, but collagen remains an incomplete protein compared with whey, egg, or balanced plant blends.

Fat and carbohydrate stay low, while sodium is moderate and potassium is modest. Those minerals do not create a strong heart-health rationale beyond the powder's primary collagen purpose.

The active collagen amount and bovine source are clearly named. More specific sourcing and inactive chocolate-flavor details are not supplied, leaving some quality and tolerance questions open.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking hydrolyzed bovine collagen
  • Users wanting a flavored collagen powder
  • People adding structural protein to their diet
Best for
  • Daily collagen supplementation
  • Mixing collagen into drinks
  • Low-fat protein additions

Pros

  • Provides 11 g collagen peptides
  • Clearly names the bovine source
  • Uses a hydrolyzed form
  • Keeps fat and carbohydrate low

Cons

  • Collagen is incomplete protein
  • Sodium is moderate
  • Potassium is modest
  • Inactive ingredients are not supplied

Warnings

  • Bovine collagen is unsuitable for people avoiding beef-derived ingredients
  • Collagen should not replace complete dietary protein
  • Users restricting sodium should count the 200 mg per serving

Nutrient quality

84 Highest impact

A clearly identified hydrolyzed collagen source provides useful structural-protein support. Its incomplete amino acid profile and weak heart-specific role limit broader protein quality.

Ingredient transparency

87 Highest impact

The collagen source and amount are clear without a proprietary blend. Missing sourcing standards, complete directions, and non-active flavor ingredients leave modest gaps.

Customer satisfaction

72 High impact

The supplied average is strong and supported by very large response volume. No comment-level evidence is available to assess repeated complaints or alignment with the intended use.

Value for money

91 Highest impact

A clearly measured collagen serving and low cost provide good specialized value. Limited heart-specific utility keeps it from being broadly competitive for the configured purpose.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
50 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
0.5 Gram(s)
Total Carbohydrate
2 Gram(s)
Protein
11 Gram(s)
Iron
1.5 mg
Sodium
200 mg
Potassium
145 mg
hydrolyzed Bovine Collagen Peptides
11 Gram(s)
Gluten Free Adults 18–50
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Sodium · 200 mg OverallScore63
D- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

The 200 mg sodium amount is too low for typical athletic sweat replacement. Sodium and potassium sources are not identified, and the formula provides no trace-mineral or buffering support. The low serving cost and limited carbohydrate content are favorable, but the product is designed primarily as collagen rather than a complete electrolyte option.

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Potassium · 145 mg OverallScore40
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD Value

Food-derived potassium in the collagen powder has an unknown chemical form. The amount falls just below the moderate-dose range and is secondary to the protein serving. A moderate serving cost offers limited potassium value because no premium source or effective dose is provided.

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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Potassium intake, stroke, and cardiovascular disease a meta-analysis of prospective studies.
    D'Elia L; Barba G; Cappuccio FP; Strazzullo P · Journal of the American College of Cardiology · 2011
    Meta-analysis247,510 participants11 studies pooledHeart Health forPotassium
  2. Associations between sodium, potassium, and blood pressure: results from the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos, a prospective cohort study.
    Swift SL; Sotres-Alvarez D; Raij L; Wassertheil-Smoller S; Schneiderman N; Llabre M; Zeki Al Hazzouri A; Rundek T; Van Horn L; Daviglus M; Castaneda S; Youngblood M; Mossavar-Rahmani Y; Elfassy T · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 2024
    Cohort study11,429 participantsHeart Health forPotassium