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Protein source, popular for skin and joint health, low fat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 bottle (medium) of Collagen drink (250 g) has 88 calories. That works out to 35 calories per 100 g. It contains 3 g of carbs, 18.8 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 250 g
88
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
3g
· 1% DV
Protein
18.8g
· 38% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 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 13% · Protein 84% · Fat 3%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 88 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 75 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% |
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 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 88 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 100 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 100 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 can (small) | 180 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 250 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 can (large) | 330 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 175 kcal |
Calculated from 35 calories per 100 g.
A collagen drink may modestly support skin hydration and elasticity, but it is not a proven way to erase wrinkles or reverse aging. Study results are mixed, and any benefit is not a substitute for sun protection or a balanced diet.
A collagen drink may modestly ease joint discomfort for some people, but it is not a treatment for arthritis or an injury. Persistent or worsening pain needs an assessment to identify its cause.
A collagen drink does not produce an immediate visible effect. If it helps, changes reported in studies have generally followed consistent use over weeks or months; results vary, and some people notice no difference.
Yes, most people can have a collagen drink daily if they follow the product’s directions. Taking more than directed is not known to speed up results, and consistency matters more than drinking it at a particular time.
No, a collagen drink has not been shown to work better than collagen powder. Both may provide collagen peptides; the main differences are convenience, added ingredients, and how the product fits your routine.
Usually, yes: collagen peptides can generally be mixed into hot drinks without losing their basic nutritional value. However, a ready-to-drink collagen drink may not mix well, so follow its instructions rather than heating the bottle.
No, you do not need to take vitamin C alongside a collagen drink. Vitamin C is involved in your body’s collagen production, but a varied diet that includes fruits and vegetables can provide it.
The collagen in a collagen drink usually comes from animal tissue, commonly fish or cattle, though the source varies by product. If you avoid a particular animal source, check the ingredient information before drinking it.
A collagen drink is generally well tolerated, but some people report digestive discomfort or an unpleasant aftertaste. Products made from fish or cattle may also be unsuitable if you have an allergy to that source.
No, a collagen drink does not replace your body’s own collagen or stop its natural decline with age. It supplies collagen peptides that are digested and absorbed; your body then uses their building blocks in its own processes.
Vitamins
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
75mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
13mg · 2% DV
Calcium
13mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 88 calories in 1 bottle (medium) (250 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A collagen drink is a ready-to-drink beverage containing collagen, commonly in the form of peptides dissolved in water. Flavours and sweeteners vary between products. It is usually served chilled and sipped on its own, often as a convenient drink between meals; some people also add it to a smoothie. The taste may be neutral, lightly fruity or sweet, and the texture is generally thin rather than creamy. It provides protein while remaining low in fat: per 100 g, it contains 7.5 g of protein and 0.1 g of fat. If you prefer a less sweet option, check the label for an unsweetened or lower-sugar variety.
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
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.