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First month on collagen peptides – skin, joints and my energy levels

Posted by hank_m in Longevity & Anti-Aging - 1 points, 2 comments.

Tbh i started taking 10 g of hydrolysed collagen peptides every morning on a clear day, thinking it was just a fancy protein shake tweak, but after 30 days i noticed a few changes i kept writing down in my little journal. My skin feels a bit fir integrally – the fine lines around my eyes barely show up in the mirror and my cheeks look a touch plumper, not to mention the normally dull summer sun‑tinted look is gone. I also got rid of that nagging joint ache that used to pop up after a long run or a session on the bike – i can ride to the corner without wincing.

Energy-wise i woke up feeling less groggy, the first cup of coffee was lighter, and i could run a 5k in less than 30 minutes, which is a win. I ate it with oats, a splash of lemon juice, so the taste is decent, and no bloating after the first week. I’m not saying this is a cure but for me it feels like a small, gut‑friendly boost to a few ageing markers.

Comments

  • aspiring_trailrun: I’ve been taking a similar dose – about 10 g a day – for the last two months. The first thing I noticed was less stiffness in my knees after a long walk; it felt like the cartilage was a touch less irritated. Skin has been steadier SEARCHING for a quick fix, I saw a subtle lift around my mouth and my forearms looked less shiny. I’ve had a day‑long run with a 20‑minute personal best, which surprised me. The only caveat was a mild bloating the first week, but it disappeared once I switched to a w
  • hank_m: I agree, 10g a day is the sweet spot for most of us, and i also kept it with oats and a splash of lemon – the taste was decent and no bloating after the first week, i think the oats helped a bit. Great you swapped to water‑based after bloating, i might try that next round to see if it changes my own stomach. Also love the lift at the mouth, i started noticing something similar after week 3, but only that you saw it more early. Keep me posted on your pace‑run after the change.

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