Is it possible for collagen, a protein naturally found in animals, to be vegan-friendly?
In the realm of health and wellness, veganism continues to gain traction, and with it, the search for alternative sources of nutrients traditionally derived from animal products. One such example is collagen, a major component of connective tissue, which has sparked the development of vegan collagen-boosting supplements.
Currently, vegan collagen supplements remain limited and primarily found in medical settings due to their high cost. However, the market for vegan collagen-boosting products, which stimulate the body's own collagen production rather than supplying collagen directly, is growing rapidly.
These plant-based supplements, such as Vegan Collagen by Raw Beauty Lab and Radiant Collagyn by Ancient + Brave, provide essential amino acids, vitamins (particularly vitamin C), minerals (zinc), and plant-based compounds that promote endogenous collagen synthesis. This synthesis leads to benefits including improved skin elasticity, hydration, reduced fine lines, stronger hair and nails, joint health support, and better overall skin radiance.
Vegan Collagen by Raw Beauty Lab contains Vollagen®, a plant-derived complex providing all 18 amino acids found in human collagen. It is claimed to offer smoother skin, stronger hair, healthy joints, visible results within 28 days, and 10x better absorption than marine collagen. Radiant Collagyn, on the other hand, is formulated with collagen-specific amino acids, botanical extracts, vitamin C, biotin, antioxidants from berries, zinc, vitamin D for immune support, fiber for gut health, and MCT oil powder for energy. It is claimed to enhance skin suppleness and youthful radiance.
It is important to note that while these products emphasize being clean-label, allergen-free, sustainable, and suitable for vegan lifestyles, the scientific community has not yet verified that vegan collagen-boosting supplements have these effects.
For vegans looking to strengthen their collagen production, optimizing their diet may be a more reliable approach. High protein vegan foods include legumes, quinoa, soy products, seitan, nuts, and seeds. The body produces collagen by combining amino acids, vitamin C, zinc, copper, and other nutrients.
While the debate over the necessity of collagen supplements for vegans continues, it is always advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare professional before starting to take a supplement.
References:
- Raw Beauty Lab Clinical Study
- Ancient + Brave Radiant Collagyn Product Page
- The Rise of Vegan Collagen Powders and Supplements
- The Growing Market for Vegan Collagen Powders and Supplements
- Science is currently investigating the effectiveness of vegan collagen-boosting supplements like Vegan Collagen by Raw Beauty Lab and Radiant Collagyn by Ancient + Brave, which provide essential amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and plant-based compounds to stimulate endogenous collagen synthesis.
- Vegan Collagen by Raw Beauty Lab and Radiant Collagyn by Ancient + Brave are not just health-and-wellness products; they are also found in the skin and hair supplements market, boasting benefits such as improved skin elasticity, hydration, stronger hair and nails, and better overall skin radiance.
- For vegans seeking alternatives to traditional collagen supplements, nutrition from high protein vegan foods such as legumes, quinoa, soy products, nuts, seeds, and seitan, combined with adequate amounts of vitamin C, zinc, copper, and other nutrients, may be a more reliable approach to enhancing collagen production.
