BPC-157 vs Collagen for recovery
Short answer: For recovery, users rate them about the same: 96% report improvement with BPC-157 (342 reports) and 92% with Collagen (39 reports).
BPC-157 has 0 meta-analyses and 0 randomized trials on PubMed; Collagen has 9 and 22.
Based on 1,171 reports about BPC-157 and 246 about Collagen. Not medical advice.
| BPC-157 Peptide | Collagen Supplement | |
|---|---|---|
| User score | 47 | 50 |
| Verdict | Mixed | Mixed |
| Positive of reports that state an outcome | 53% | 55% |
| Reports | 1,171 | 246 |
| Research | DResearch: None | AResearch: Strong |
| Meta-analyses / RCTs | 0 / 0 | 9 / 22 |
| Mainly used for | ||
| Weight loss % reporting improvement | 70% (10) | — |
| Appetite % reporting improvement | 70% (10) | — |
| Focus % reporting improvement | 64% (28) | — |
| Energy % reporting improvement | 59% (29) | 33% (3) |
| Sleep % reporting improvement | 71% (52) | 100% (7) |
| Anxiety % reporting improvement | 44% (57) | — |
| Mood % reporting improvement | 58% (106) | 50% (2) |
| Memory % reporting improvement | 33% (3) | — |
| Performance % reporting improvement | 93% (44) | 100% (5) |
| Recovery % reporting improvement | 96% (342) | 92% (39) |
| Pain & inflammation % reporting improvement | 84% (377) | 91% (22) |
| Digestion % reporting improvement | 82% (90) | 100% (2) |
| Libido % reporting improvement | 54% (13) | — |
| Hormones % reporting improvement | 20% (5) | — |
| Heart & lipids % reporting improvement | 46% (13) | — |
| Skin & hair % reporting improvement | 89% (27) | 95% (64) |
| Immunity % reporting improvement | 62% (8) | — |
| Common side effects | anhedonia, fatigue, anxiety, depression | fatigue, insomnia, drowsiness, histamine episode |
| Typical dose reported | Not listed | 7 g / daily |
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What a user said
“after 2+ years of nothing working, this is the 1st thing to reverse significant muscle damage ... 40% increase in my range of motion, and nearly the same in muscle strength.”
CollagenFull Collagen profile →
Latest review conclusion
The findings of improved hydration and elasticity were also confirmed in the subgroup meta-analysis. Based on results, ingestion of hydrolyzed collagen for 90 days is effective in reducing skin aging, as it reduces wrinkles and improves skin elasticity and hydration.
Int J Dermatol, 2021 ↗What a user said
“Within hours of consumption my consistent upper back pain is literally gone, but along with it comes dizziness and a feeling of aloofness.”
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