Collagen powder is a supplement made from animal tissues, such as fish scales, eggshells, bones, and ligaments, which are processed into a flavorless powder
. Collagen is the main structural protein in all animals, found in bones, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and skin
. It is composed mainly of the amino acids glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline, which form three strands that make up the triple-helix structure
. Collagen powder is used in nutritional supplements and can be added to beverages, foods, and topical products like creams and serums
. It is believed to have various health benefits, such as improving skin, bones, and joint health, as well as supporting tissue repair and signaling between cells
. However, there is no definite scientific consensus on whether collagen powder can directly add collagen to areas where it is lacking in the body
. The manufacturing process of collagen powder involves extracting collagen from animal tissues and then hydrolyzing the proteins to break them down into more easily digestible amino acids
. This process makes the collagen easier for the body to absorb and use as building blocks for collagen production
