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Collagen Powders

What does collagen protein powder taste like?

The collagen protein itself is tasteless. However, depending on the flavour you choose, it adds a perfect addition to smoothies, coffees, and baked goods.

Where does your collagen come from?

We use 100% Australian grass-fed bovine hydrolyzed collagen peptides. Grown, hydrolyzed and packed in Australia.

Is collagen environmentally friendly?

Yes! And more environmentally friendly than other protein sources such as whey, soy and pea.  Collagen is a co-product of animal agriculture which means if we weren't using it for a health food product it'd be going to landfill.  While grass-fed coll

Who is are your Collagen Powders designed for?

Collagen Powder is a clean protein source that can be enjoyed daily by anyone. It's also great pre or post workout.

Is Collagen Powder suitable for kids?

Yes! Collagen is suitable for all ages, although you may want to avoid the chocolate flavour until after 2 due to the cacao.

Is Collagen Powder suitable for pregnancy and breastfeeding?

We’re not allowed to give advice and you should always check with your doctor or health professional.  There is nothing in our products that we feel you would need to worry about. In fact, collagen is a fantastic supplement for mums who are growing h

Is Collagen Powder keto, paleo and carnivore friendly?

Yes! Collagen powder can fit into a keto, paleo or carnivore diet. You would want to use unflavoured collagen powder if you're on carnivore. Read more about keto

Is Collagen Powder FODMAP friendly?

Yes! Collagen Powder is FODMAP friendly. Did you know low FODMAP is a short-term solution and not designed to be followed for months at a time? Read more about FODMAP

Is Collagen Powder suitable for Diabetics?

We can't give you that advice so you need to speak with your dietitian but we have had feedback from dietitians that all our products are suitable for diabetics.

Is Collagen Powder vegan?

No, collagen comes from animal sources so collagen is not vegan. There are plant based "collagen" powders starting to appear which essentially mimic the same amino acid profile of natural collagen, but to date there's not a lot of research showing it

Is your Collagen Powder Kosher or Halal?

Our collagen powder is certified Halal. It's not yet certified Kosher.

What's the shelf life of your Collagen Powder?

This collagen powder will last on the shelf for up to 24 months. The date on the product is a best before date, not an expiry date, which means it's a question of taste after that date.

Why shouldn’t I consume mixed Collagen Powder if left longer than 4 hours?

This is because it can tend to get too thick and clumpy, and also to separate. Over time collagen protein in the solution will start to denature (which occurs when proteins unravel and lose their structure) and there is also a slight risk that microb

How much collagen and protein is in your Collagen Powder?

In our flavoured options there is 11g of collagen per 15g serve. Collagen is 96% protein so this is 10.5g of protein. In our unflavoured option there is 15g of collagen per 15g serve (100% collagen). This is 14.4g of protein. Most of the research for

Do you offer sample packs for your Collagen Powder?

We don't have sample packs yet, but we do have a free replacement or money back guarantee on all our products so please feel free to try and we'll replace or refund if you don't like it!

Is Collagen Powder good for skin?

Yes! Collagen protein is good for skin health.

Can I replace my regular protein powder with Collagen Powder or use them interchangeably?

It depends on your goals and needs. Collagen is a protein and absolutely counts towards your daily protein requirements. However, Collagen is missing Tryptophan which is one of the 9 essential amino acids that our body can’t produce and we must obtai

Are your Collagen Powder pouches recyclable?

Our Collagen powder bags are easily recyclable and designed to minimize environmental impact. We made sure our packaging requirements include using materials that are commonly accepted by recycling facilities. Note that different municipalities may h

What's the serving size of your Collagen Powder?

One serving is 15g. We don't add a measuring spoon to save on plastic, so instead use:. Most tablespoons in your kitchen drawer will be 10ml to 15ml. In Australia, a standard measuring spoon will have a 20ml tablespoon. Internationally, a standard ta

Are your Collagen Powders dairy free?

Our Dark Chocolate and Unflavoured powders are dairy free. Our Creamy Vanilla contains buttermilk so is not dairy free.

What type of Collagen do you use in your powders?

Our Collagen Protein Powders use grass-fed, Australian bovine collagen peptides from cows (grown and hydrolysed in Australia). Bovine collagen is made primarily from the skin. It's rich in Types I and III collagen which closely resembles the collagen

Has your collagen powder been tested for chemical/pesticide/heavy metal residues?

Yes, our collagen powders have been tested to be free from pesticides and heavy metals! We are some of our own biggest consumers so we obsessively ensure everything we make is something we'd happily eat ourselves, and feed to our own kids.