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The Solgar Collagen Hyaluronic Acid Complex is a dietary supplement in tablets. Each tablet contains 1200mg of the patented BioCell Collagen complex, which provides 720mg hydrolyzed collagen type II, 192mg chondroitin sulfate and 120mg hyaluronic acid, along with 100mg of vitamin C in L-ascorbic calcium form, which is 125% of the Recommended Dietary Allowance. The package contains 30 tablets, exactly one month at the recommended dosage.
It is aimed at adults interested in their dietary intake of collagen and hyaluronic acid, people who prefer tablets over powder or liquid formulations, and those who want the three ingredients in a consistent, standardized complex rather than separate products.
Collagen is not a single substance but a family of structural proteins, with more than twenty types. Type I predominates in skin, tendons and bones, while type II is the main collagen of the articular cartilage, that is, the tissue that covers the joints. In BioCell Collagen, collagen is hydrolyzed, meaning it has been broken down into smaller peptides, so it is more easily absorbed by the digestive system compared to the intact molecule.
Hyaluronic acid and chondroitin sulfate that accompany collagen in the same complex belong to another category of molecules, the glycosaminoglycans. Hyaluronic acid retains water, which has made the molecule well known in cosmetology, while chondroitin is a key component of the cartilage's ground substance. All three substances remain the subject of research, without an approved health claim from the EFSA.* The only ingredient in the formula with approved claims is vitamin C.
According to the product presentation by Solgar, the formula is described as specialized for the skin:
The above statements are attributed to the manufacturer. Collagen, chondroitin and hyaluronic acid do not have an approved health claim from the EFSA and references to their benefits remain the subject of research.
The presence of vitamin C is not decorative. The body constantly synthesizes its own collagen, and two enzymes that do this job, prolyl and lysyl hydroxylase, need ascorbic acid to function. Without sufficient vitamin C, the collagen chain is not properly stabilized.
It suits adults who want to add collagen and hyaluronic acid to their diet in a simple, everyday way. It suits people who do not want powder or a vial but a tablet with their meal. It suits those who want a daily dose of vitamin C that covers the daily reference value. It is not suitable for vegans and vegetarians, as the collagen is of animal origin.
The product is a dietary supplement and does not replace a medical diagnosis or treatment. If you experience pain or stiffness in your joints, consult a doctor.
Main ingredients per tablet: BioCell Collagen 1200mg, which provides Hydrolyzed Collagen Type II 720mg, Chondroitin Sulfate 192mg and Hyaluronic Acid 120mg. Vitamin C (L-ascorbic calcium) 100mg (125% RDA).
Other ingredients: Bulking agents: dibasic calcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose. Color (Aqua Polish F Red): hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, calcium phosphate salts, red beet, hydroxypropylcellulose, glycerol, extract of buckthorn, vegetable charcoal. Anti-caking agents: vegetable magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide.
Free from: Sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy products, preservatives, sweeteners or artificial flavors.
Form: Tablets.
Recommended dosage: For adults, one (1) tablet daily, preferably with a meal.
With one tablet a day, the 30-tablet package is sufficient for one month. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a health condition, consult your doctor before use. Since vitamin C is bound with calcium here, take a two-hour gap from tetracycline and quinolone antibiotics. Store the product in a cool, dry place, away from children.
Type I predominates in skin and bones, while type II is the main collagen of articular cartilage. The formula here is based on type II.
It means that the protein has been broken down into smaller peptides before being added to the formulation, so it is more easily absorbed than the intact molecule.
The tablet provides 120mg of hyaluronic acid, as part of the 1200mg BioCell Collagen complex.
No. The collagen is of animal origin, so the product is not recommended for vegans and vegetarians.
No results can be promised, because the substances in the complex do not have an approved claim. However, tissue renewal is a slow process and supplements of this type are usually taken for several weeks.
It is due to the Aqua Polish F Red coating, which contains colorants of vegetable origin such as red beet and buckthorn extract.
You can, but account for the total intake, as the tablet already covers 125% of the daily reference value.
No, the manufacturer's statement says it does not contain gluten, wheat, soy, yeast, milk products, sugar or salt.
* The claim of vitamin C is approved under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. Collagen, chondroitin and hyaluronic acid do not have an approved health claim from the EFSA under the same Regulation. References to their benefits are attributed to the manufacturer. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
Nestlé Greece SA
Patroklou 4, 15125 Marousi, Athens
Tel: 800 116 80 68
Main ingredients per tablet: BioCell Collagen 1200mg, which provides Hydrolyzed Collagen Type II 720mg, Chondroitin Sulfate 192mg and Hyaluronic Acid 120mg. Vitamin C (L-ascorbic calcium) 100mg (125% RDA).
Other ingredients: Bulking agents: dibasic calcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose. Color (Aqua Polish F Red): hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, calcium phosphate salts, red beet, hydroxypropylcellulose, glycerol, extract of buckthorn, vegetable charcoal. Anti-caking agents: vegetable magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide.
Free from: Sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy products, preservatives, sweeteners or artificial flavors.
Form: Tablets.
Recommended dosage: For adults, one (1) tablet daily, preferably with a meal.
With one tablet per day, the pack of 30 tablets is sufficient for one month. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a health condition, consult your doctor before use. Since vitamin C is bound with calcium here, keep a two-hour gap from tetracycline and quinolone antibiotics. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
