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Recipes for tasty cocktails with collagen

Updated:23 September, 2024

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Collagen supplementation from Natu.Care is pure pleasure. Every day you can provide yourself with a solid portion of collagen in water, with milk, but also in a delicious smoothie or a healthy drink.

Alexandra Cudna-Bartnicka has prepared easy-to-make and nutritious cocktails with collagen that will improve the appearance of your skin and support the health of your musculoskeletal system.

From this article you will learn:

How to use collagen in recipes.
How to make a collagen smoothie quickly and easily.
Why it's a good idea to supplement with collagen.
Why it's a good idea to supplement with collagen.

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Glow Drink with collagen

Rescription for 1 serving

Ingredients:

apple 150 g (1 piece)
banana 120 g (1 piece)
kiwi 60 g (1 piece)
flaxseed
ground flaxseed 10 g (1 tbsp)
spinach 50 g (1 large handful)
Natu.Care Collagen Premium 5000 mg, mango-maracuja
water 100 g (½ glass)

Preparation:

Peel the fruit and cut into smaller pieces.
Peel the fruit and cut into smaller pieces.
Grind the flaxseed in kernels in a fresh grinder.
Grind the flaxseed in a fresh grinder.
Place all ingredients in the cup of a blender and blend.

In the Glow Drink you will find essential ingredients for maintaining beautiful skin - fish collagen, omega-3 acids, vitamin C, vitamin K and copper. With regular use you will notice a difference in hydration, skin tone and a reduction in imperfections. It also provides support for joints, muscles and bones.

Macronutrients per 1 serving: 341 kcal, protein 8 g, fats 10 g, carbohydrates 65 g

Collagen shake

Report for 1 serving

Ingredients:

banana 60 g (½ piece)
ground cucumber 60 g (1 small piece)
frozen pineapple 140 g (1 cup)
spinach 50 g (1 large handful)
Natu.Care Collagen Premium 5000 mg, mango-maracuja
water 100 g (½ glass)

A fruit and vegetable smoothie doesn't have to be unpalatable, and we strive to make sure that taste goes hand in hand with excellent nutritional value. This refreshing collagen smoothie is loaded with vitamins: A, C, K, folic acid, as well as minerals - magnesium, calcium and potassium. Not only will it benefit the complexion, but it will also support the function of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and muscular systems.

Preparation:

Place all ingredients in the cup of a blender and blend until smooth.

Macronutrients per 1 serving (without additives): 195 kcal, protein 7 g, fat 1 g, carbohydrates 35 g

Best overall

Natu.Care Collagen Premium 5000 mg, mango-maracuja

5.0

Collagen content: 5000 mg marine collagen hydrolysate
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Additional active ingredients: vitamin C, low molecular weight hyaluronic acid (and L-theanine and coenzyme Q10 in cocoa flavoured collagen or vitamin A and vitamin E in mango–passion fruit flavoured collagen)
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Form: powder sachets
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Dose: 1 sachet per day
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Sufficient for: 30 days
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Product description

Fish collagen from the Natu.Care brand in a dose of 5000 mg. The formula contains a sufficient portion of the active substance to positively affect your joints, musculoskeletal system and immunity.

Take care of your tendons, joint cartilage, ligaments, muscles and even bones by supplying them with the building blocks to function properly. Move without bólu and provide the necessary support for any physical activity.

And as a „gratis” to regular supplementation, you will also receive firm skinóhand, healthy and shiny hair and strong nails.

Natu.Care Premium Collagen is available in two flavours – Cacao Bloom and Rise&Shine. Both formulas are based on the following active ingredients: marine collagen hydrolysate, wild roseóbud extract and hyaluronic acid.

Additionally, Cacao Bloom contains natural L-theanine, coenzyme Q10 and defatted Dutch cacao. Rise&Shine instead contains vitamin E and vitamin A.

These are the best collagens in the world.

These best fish collagens on the market also rós taste – Cacao Bloom is a treat for chocolate lovers. Rise&Shine will appeal to those whoóenjoy the refreshing taste of mangoófruit and passion fruit.

Pros and cons

Fish collagen from the Natu.Care brand in a dose of 5000 mg. The formula contains a sufficient portion of the active substance to positively affect your joints, musculoskeletal system and immunity.

And as a „gratis” to regular supplementation, you will also receive firm skinóhand, healthy and shiny hair and strong nails.

Additionally, Cacao Bloom contains natural L-theanine, coenzyme Q10 and defatted Dutch cacao. Rise&Shine instead contains vitamin E and vitamin A.

These are the best collagens in the world.

Additional information

Fish collagen from the Natu.Care brand in a dose of 5000 mg. The formula contains a sufficient portion of the active substance to positively affect your joints, musculoskeletal system and immunity.

And as a „gratis” to regular supplementation, you will also receive firm skinóhand, healthy and shiny hair and strong nails.

Additionally, Cacao Bloom contains natural L-theanine, coenzyme Q10 and defatted Dutch cacao. Rise&Shine instead contains vitamin E and vitamin A.

These are the best collagens in the world.

User review

Fish collagen from the Natu.Care brand in a dose of 5000 mg. The formula contains a sufficient portion of the active substance to positively affect your joints, musculoskeletal system and immunity.

And as a „gratis” to regular supplementation, you will also receive firm skinóhand, healthy and shiny hair and strong nails.

Additionally, Cacao Bloom contains natural L-theanine, coenzyme Q10 and defatted Dutch cacao. Rise&Shine instead contains vitamin E and vitamin A.

These are the best collagens in the world.

Best for joints

Natu.Care Collagen Premium 10000 mg, cherry

5.0

Collagen content: 10,000 mg of hydrolyzed bovine collagen
Additional active ingredients: vitamin C, low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, glucosamine, chondroitin, extract of Indian frankincense resin (boswellia serrata)
Form: powder sachets for drinking
Serving: 1 sachet per day
Lasts for: 30 days

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Product description

One of the strongest collagens on the market, providing as much as 10,000 mg per daily serving. This product can effectively support the condition of joints, skin, hair, and nails.

With this supplement, you will support your skeletal and joint system as well as your beauty, helping you visually halt the aging process and feel rejuvenated!

Pros and cons

Pros:

The daily portion of collagen is very large – as much as 10,000 mg.
Proven collagen formula – COLLinstant, whose effectiveness has been confirmed in clinical studies.
Effective dose of hyaluronic acid, which additionally moisturizes the skin and positively affects joint health.
Vitamin C supports the body's natural collagen production.
Glucosamine is a fundamental building block of compounds found in joint cartilage and a component of collagen that gives elasticity to connective tissue in tendons.
Chondroitin is a natural component found in the human body, mainly in cartilage. This large molecule (mucopolysaccharide) has the ability to absorb water, which helps maintain the elasticity and resilience of cartilage.
Frankincense resin extract supports blood circulation and joint mobility and reduces their stiffness. It may help alleviate inflammatory conditions.
The composition has been tested by the independent and accredited J.S. Hamilton laboratory.

Cons:

None.

Additional information

Users praise Natu.Care Collagen Premium for the easy dissolving of the powder.

ALLDEYNN Collarose Fish

4.7

Collagen content: 5000 mg hydrolysate fish collagen VERISOL F®
Additional active ingredients: vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, biotin
Form: powder to dissolve in water
Dose: one scoop (6 g) of powder daily
Sufficient for: 50 days

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Product description

Atlantic cod collagen VERISOL F® contained in the formula are easily absorbed collagen peptides of fish origin. Regular supplementation can firm your skinóhand and slow down the ageing process. Your nails will become stronger and stop breaking. The addition of biotin will improve the condition of your hairów. The collagen portion is high enough to also have a good effect on your joints, muscles and bones.

Pros and cons

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Expert and user opinion

DuoLife Collagen fish collagen 2500 mg

4.0

Collagen content: 2500 mg collagen
Additional active ingredients: vitamin C, silicon, glucosamine, hyaluronic acid, nettle and bamboo extracts
Form: liquid to drink
Dose:25 ml

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Sufficient for: 30 days
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Product description

100% natural collagen liquid without unnecessary ingredientsós. The composition of ingredientsós improves the appearance and condition of skinóry, hairów, nails. DuoLife is a good choiceór if you notice the first signs of skinóry ageing or want to stop this process. A tasty liquid, convenient to use.

Pros and cons

Additional information

User review

Convenient form

Pharmovit liquid collagen 10000 mg

4.6

Collagen content: 10000 mg hydrolysed bovine collagen types I and III
Additional active ingredients: hyaluronic acid, natural plant extracts, vitamin C, B vitamins, zinc, vitamin D
Form: vials
Dose: 25 ml
Sufficient for: 20 days

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Product description

A solid daily dose of collagen for jointómuscle and bone health and beauty. The duo of collagen and vitamin C has a positive effect on each other, so that „the protein of youth” is better absorbed and more efficiently produced in the body.

Pros and cons

Additional information

High dose

KFD Premium Collagen+

4.9

Collagen content: 12,440 mg of gelatin collagen hydrolysate
Additional active ingredients: vitamin C, vitamin D, MSM, hyaluronic acid, calcium, frankincense resin extract
Form: powder to be dissolved in water
Dose: 4 scoops (20 g) of powder daily
Sufficient for: 20 days

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Product description

High dose of collagen and a real bomb of vitamins C and D and organic sulphur. With this preparation the effects will come immediately. You will improve the firmness of your skin and reduce wrinkles. Your hair and nails will be strong and shiny.

A generous dose of collagen will improve the mobility of your jointsós, benefit your bone system and muscles. Do you do sports and need a product thatós able to keep up with your needs? This product will do the trick.

Pros and cons

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Expert opinion

Collagen Reme

4.0

Collagen content: 2500 mg pork collagen
Additional active ingredients: vitamin C, niacin (vitamin B3), riboflavin (vitamin B2), vitamin A, biotin, vitamin D, zinc, manganese, copper, iodine, selenium
Form: powder
Dose: one scoop per day
Sufficient for: 30 days

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Product description

The dietary supplement from Remé contains beef collagen in a patented formula and vitamin C, whichóra aids its absorption. The formula comes in three flavours: neutral, orange-maracuja and strawberry-pomegranate. The formula can effectively support and improve the condition of the skinóry, hairóry and nails.

Pros and cons

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Energetic shake for men

Report for 1 serving

Ingredients:

cherries, frozen or fresh, seedless 100 g (¾ cup)
milk or vegetable drink, e.g. soya beverage 250 g (1 glass)
Natu.Care Collagen Premium 5000 mg, cocoa
Almonds 10 g (10 pieces)
banana 100 g (1 small)
Oatmeal 10 g (1 tbsp)

Preparation:

Place all ingredients in the cup of a blender and blend until smooth

The smoothie contains almonds, cacao and oatmeal - valuable sources of magnesium. Magnesium helps boost testosterone levels if you are deficient. It will also be ideal for physically active men, as cherries have properties that reduce muscle soreness after exercise, and potassium (from bananas) will support the body's water and electrolyte balance.

PS If you're a woman, and we've given you a taste... of course drink a smoothie if you fancy it!

Macronutrients per 1 serving: 376 kcal, protein 13 g, fats 10 g, carbohydrates 63 g

Milkshake with collagen

Report for 1 serving

Ingredients:

milk or vegetable drink, e.g. soy 280 g (1.2 cups)
Natu.Care Collagen Premium 5000 mg, cacao
avocado 70 g (½ piece)
blueberries 60 g (1 large handful)
raspberries 80 g (1 large handful)
banana 60 g (½ piece)

Preparation:

Place all ingredients in the cup of a blender and blend until smooth

Avocados are a great source of alpha-linolenic acid, or omega-3 acids, plus they contain powerful antioxidants with protective effects on the nervous system. Healthy fats prevent further loss of joint cartilage and reduce pain in arthritis.

Blueberries and raspberries contain, among other things, quercetin, anthocyanins and phenolic acids, which exhibit strong anti-inflammatory effects and reduce joint damage associated with the inflammation that occurs there. It is also a source of vitamin C, which supports the body's natural production of collagen.

PS Cocoa Moustache free of charge!

Macronutrients per 1 serving: 356 kcal, protein 12 g, fat 16 g, carbohydrate 47 g

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Why is it worth supplementing with collagen?

After 25 years of age your body's natural collagen production begins to declineand. This is why the first wrinkles appear at this age and the skin loses its firmness. It is then worth considering collagen supplementation.

Taking hydrolysed fish collagen in a minimum 2,500 mg serving for 3 months has an impact on how your hair, skin and nails and look. Collagen is also an ally of joints, bones and muscles - to keep you fit and active for as long as possible.

How does collagen affect your body?

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skin .	Hair	Nails .	Motion system .
increases hydration, . improves elasticity and tone, . reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, . can reduce imperfections (e.g. pimples), . reduces the appearance of cellulite, . helps the skin to heal (e.g. after acne; scars, stretch marks).	gives them a strong structure, . reduces damage to the hair follicle, . prevents damage to the hair shaft, . can slow down the greying process, . can prevent hair thinning, . improves the condition of the scalp by increasing its moisture level, .	gives flexibility to the nail plate, . can accelerate growth, . reduces unevenness of the nail plate, . can increase the hardness of the nail plate, . improves the hydration of the skin around the nails, .	supports the proper function of joints, . rebuilds cartilage tissue, . improves joint flexibility, . helps muscle regeneration and endurance, . increases bone density, . can prevent osteoporosis, . can reduce joint pain, .

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