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Protein supplement, low calorie
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
2 piece (small) of Collagen capsule (1 g) has 4 calories. That works out to 400 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 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.
A collagen capsule is a dietary supplement containing collagen protein, usually in hydrolysed or peptide form, enclosed in a capsule. Collagen is sourced from animal connective tissue; the source and any other ingredients vary by product, so check the label if that matters to you.
The capsule is typically swallowed with water, either alongside a meal or as part of a daily supplement routine. It has little noticeable taste when taken this way, rather than being mixed into food or drinks. Nutritionally, collagen is a concentrated protein source with no carbohydrate or fat listed here, but the amount in a capsule is small. Follow the product directions, and check whether the capsule can be opened if swallowing it is difficult.
Selected: 100 g
400
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
90g
· 180% 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 0% · Protein 100% · Fat 0%
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
150mg · 7% DV
Calcium
20mg · 2% DV
Selenium
1µg · 2% DV
Magnesium
5mg · 1% DV
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.
Low
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 400 calories in 100 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.
NOVA 4
Ultra-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
— Not suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
A collagen capsule may provide collagen peptides, but it is not a proven treatment for wrinkles, joint disease, or other health conditions. Research findings vary, and results from studies of supplements do not guarantee a noticeable effect for every user.
A collagen capsule is not a proven fix for hair loss or brittle nails. Evidence for these uses is limited, and hair or nail changes can have causes that collagen supplements do not address.
A collagen capsule may contain type I, II, or III collagen, or a blend; the type depends on the product and its source. Type alone does not establish that a supplement will work for a particular concern.
Yes, a collagen capsule can generally be taken with coffee. Coffee does not have to be avoided for collagen to be absorbed; follow the product directions, and take it with water if that is easier on your stomach.
A collagen capsule can be comparable to powder when both provide the same collagen form and amount. Capsules may contain a smaller serving per unit, so compare the actual collagen content rather than the number of pills or scoops.
There is no reliable timeline for results from a collagen capsule. Research studies assess different outcomes over different periods, and many users may not notice a change; avoid treating a promised timeframe as a guarantee.
There is no established best workout timing for a collagen capsule. It can be taken at a convenient time according to the product directions; it does not replace the protein and overall nutrition needed to support training.
No. A collagen capsule is a supplement intended to provide collagen, often in peptide form; gelatin is a cooked form of collagen commonly used in foods and in the shell of some capsules.
A collagen capsule is unlikely to cause meaningful weight gain when taken as directed, since a typical serving is small. It does not independently cause fat gain; the overall pattern of food and drink matters more.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using a collagen capsule if you have kidney disease or take regular medication. The source and added ingredients vary by product, and your health condition or treatment can affect whether it is appropriate.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.