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Collagen powder Calories
High-protein supplement
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Collagen powder (10 g) has 36 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 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.
Collagen powder Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 10 g
36
KCAL / 10G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% 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%
Collagen powder nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (10 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 36 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 25 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Collagen powder?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 10 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 12 g | 43 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 20 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 20 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 30 g | 108 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Collagen powder
What does collagen powder do?
Collagen powder provides collagen peptides and is commonly taken to support skin and joints. Research suggests possible modest benefits for some people, but results vary and it is not a treatment for a medical condition.
Does collagen powder help with joint pain?
Collagen powder may ease joint discomfort for some people, but it is not a proven treatment for joint disease. Persistent or severe pain needs proper assessment rather than relying on a supplement.
Can collagen powder improve skin?
Collagen powder may modestly improve skin hydration or elasticity, based on some studies. The evidence is limited and varies by product, so it should not be expected to erase wrinkles or reverse skin aging.
Does collagen powder help hair growth?
There is not strong evidence that collagen powder prevents hair loss or makes hair grow. Hair loss has many possible causes, and a supplement cannot replace finding and addressing the underlying cause.
Can you put collagen powder in coffee?
Yes, collagen powder can be stirred into coffee. It generally mixes well with hot drinks; first blend it with a small splash of liquid to reduce clumps, then add the rest of the coffee.
Is marine or bovine collagen powder better?
Neither source is universally better; marine collagen comes from fish, while bovine collagen comes from cattle. The source and collagen types vary by product, and people with fish allergies should avoid marine collagen powder.
When should you take collagen powder?
There is no established best time to take collagen powder. Take it with breakfast, in a drink, or at another convenient time; consistency is more practical than following a particular clock-based schedule.
Do you need vitamin C with collagen powder?
You do not necessarily need a vitamin C supplement with collagen powder. Vitamin C supports normal collagen formation, but a varied diet that supplies enough vitamin C usually makes an extra supplement unnecessary.
How much collagen powder should you take a day?
There is no single daily amount established for everyone. Follow the product directions and do not exceed them; the typical serving listed for this food is about 10 grams.
What are the side effects of collagen powder?
Collagen powder can cause digestive discomfort, bloating, or an unpleasant taste in some people. Products may come from fish or cattle, so check the source if you have an allergy; ask a healthcare professional if you take regular medication.
Collagen powder Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
25mg · 1% DV
Selenium
0.2µg · 0% DV
Calcium
2mg · 0% DV
Phosphorus
1mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
3mg · 0% DV
Collagen powder Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Collagen powder
To burn the 36 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (10 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.
What is Collagen powder?
Collagen powder is a supplement made from collagen in animal connective tissue, usually broken down into smaller peptides so it mixes more easily. Products commonly use bovine or marine sources, and the exact source depends on the brand.
Its flavour is often mild or nearly neutral, so it can be stirred into water, coffee, smoothies or soup. People use it in drinks at breakfast or throughout the day; it is not usually treated as a meal on its own. At 90 g of protein per 100 g, it is a concentrated protein supplement, though a typical serving is much smaller.
Check the source to make sure it fits your dietary preferences, and stir thoroughly to help prevent clumps.
How Nutritious Is Collagen powder?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
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.
Is Collagen powder Processed?
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.
Does Collagen powder Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Collagen powder Good For?
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
Collagen powder Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.