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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 360 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 supplement containing collagen protein in a convenient capsule form; the source of the collagen can vary by product. It is typically swallowed with water, without mixing a powder into a drink or food. It is not a meal or a traditional dish, and people may take it at breakfast or at another time of day.
Its nutritional character is mainly protein, with no carbohydrate or fat listed. The typical serving provided is two small capsules, about 1 g in total, so it is not a filling snack or meal on its own. The capsule format can suit people looking for a portable supplement. Follow the serving and use directions on the product label.
Selected: 100 g
360
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
120mg · 5% DV
Calcium
40mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
20mg · 3% DV
Selenium
1µg · 2% 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 360 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 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
— 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 is a protein supplement intended to provide collagen peptides or related collagen ingredients. Research suggests possible modest effects on skin hydration or joint symptoms, but benefits are not guaranteed and depend on the product and person.
Collagen capsules may have modest benefits for some people, particularly for skin hydration or certain joint symptoms, but evidence is mixed. They are not a treatment for disease, and results from one collagen product cannot be assumed for every capsule.
Swallow a collagen capsule with water and follow the directions on its package. Recommended amounts and formulations vary between products, so do not infer a serving size from another brand or take extra capsules to speed up results.
There is no established best time of day to take a collagen capsule. Choose a time that helps you follow the product directions consistently; whether it should be taken with food depends on the specific product.
There is no guaranteed timeline for collagen capsules to have an effect. Studies commonly assess use over weeks or months, but results vary and some people notice no change; follow the product directions rather than increasing the amount.
Collagen capsules have not been shown to prevent or treat hair loss. Hair loss can have many causes, and taking collagen does not address all of them; persistent or sudden shedding should be assessed by a healthcare professional.
You do not have to take vitamin C with a collagen capsule. Vitamin C is involved in the body's collagen production, but taking extra vitamin C alongside a collagen supplement has not been shown to reliably improve its effects.
Neither collagen capsules nor collagen powder is proven to work better overall. Capsules are convenient to carry, while powder can be mixed into drinks; the amount and formulation can differ, so compare the product directions and ingredients.
People who are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a chronic condition, or take regular medication should ask a healthcare professional before using collagen capsules. The right choice can also depend on the supplement's source and an individual's medical history.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.