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Type II collagen for joint health, often fortified with vitamins and minerals in supplement tablet form
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Collagen Type II Supplement Tablet (1 g) has 4 calories. That works out to 350 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.1 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 1 g
4
KCAL / 1G
Carbs
0.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 90% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 4 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 2 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 2 g | 7 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 10 piece (medium) | 10 g | 35 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 350 kcal |
Calculated from 350 calories per 100 g.
A collagen type II supplement tablet is taken to support joint and cartilage health. It is a manufactured supplement, not a proven treatment for joint disease, and it has not been shown to rebuild damaged cartilage.
A collagen type II supplement tablet may ease joint discomfort for some people, but the evidence is limited and results are not guaranteed. It should not be considered a cure for osteoarthritis or a replacement for prescribed care.
No, not necessarily. UC-II is a specific branded ingredient referring to undenatured type II collagen, while a collagen type II supplement tablet may use a different form or formulation. Check the ingredient list to see what it contains.
A collagen type II supplement tablet contains collagen associated mainly with cartilage, whereas type I collagen is abundant in skin, bones, and tendons. Supplements can also differ in their collagen source and how the collagen is processed.
Take a collagen type II supplement tablet according to its package directions, since serving instructions vary by product. Do not copy the directions for another brand or formulation, particularly if the tablet also contains added vitamins or minerals.
It depends on the formulation. Some undenatured type II collagen products are directed to be taken on an empty stomach, but instructions are not universal. Follow the directions for your specific collagen type II supplement tablet.
Many collagen type II supplement tablets use collagen sourced from chicken cartilage, but not all do. Some products use other animal sources, so check the package if you need to avoid a particular source or have a food allergy.
A collagen type II supplement tablet may cause mild digestive discomfort in some people. Products can also contain animal-derived ingredients such as chicken or fish, which may matter if you have an allergy; stop taking it if you develop an allergic reaction.
There is no guaranteed timeline for a collagen type II supplement tablet. Studies assess different products and outcomes, and any change may take weeks to evaluate; a specific result or time to benefit cannot be promised.
A collagen type II supplement tablet is sometimes combined with glucosamine, but the ingredients and amounts vary. Taking both does not guarantee additional joint benefits, and you should account for any overlapping ingredients in combination products.
Vitamins
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B12
0.01µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Zinc
0.01mg · 0% DV
Sodium
1.5mg · 0% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.5mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 4 calories in 1 piece (medium) (1 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Collagen Type II Supplement Tablet is a tablet-form dietary supplement containing type II collagen. Some formulas also include vitamins or minerals, and the collagen source and other ingredients can vary by brand, so check the label if you have specific dietary preferences.
Unlike a snack or a meal component, it is usually taken with water according to the package directions. The tablet itself is small and typically has little role in a dish’s flavour or texture. Its nutrition profile is concentrated in protein, but the per-100-gram figures do not describe the amount in one tablet, which is about 1 g. If you avoid particular animal-derived ingredients, check their source before choosing a product.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.