Macronutrients | Bulletproof Blog https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/macronutrients/ Reach the State of High Performance Wed, 07 Aug 2024 20:53:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 What Is Gelatin, Anyway? Gelatin Benefits and How to Use It https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/macronutrients/gelatin-benefits/ Wed, 09 Jun 2021 13:00:53 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=28247 The gelatin of your childhood probably starred in jellies, marshmallows and gummy candies. Turns out, gelatin benefits your body beyond just your tastebuds: It’s a potent protein that supports healthy skin, bones and joints, plus strong nails and hair.† That’s because gelatin provides your body with the amino acids that people don’t get from other […]

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]]> Do Collagen Supplements Work? What the Science Says https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/macronutrients/do-collagen-supplements-work/ Tue, 23 Mar 2021 10:00:04 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=24684 Collagen is the glue that holds your body together. That’s not just an expression—this protein powerhouse forms the connective tissue in almost all of the structures in your body, like your skin, nails, bones and joints. But what about collagen peptides? How do collagen supplements work, and what do they even do? Good news: We […]

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]]> What Are Collagen Peptides? Your Complete Guide to Collagen Supplements https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/macronutrients/what-is-collagen-guide/ Mon, 04 Jan 2021 11:00:06 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=33254 It seems as if everyone is talking about the benefits of collagen peptides: healthy skin, flexible joints and strong bones. Yes, please! But what is collagen made of, and what is it used for? You’ve come to the right place. Read on to get the lowdown on this hardworking protein, all the ways that collagen powder […]

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]]> How to Choose the Best Protein Powder for Your Body https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/macronutrients/how-to-choose-the-best-protein-powder-for-your-body/ https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/macronutrients/how-to-choose-the-best-protein-powder-for-your-body/#comments Sun, 03 Jan 2021 16:00:40 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=12035 An objective look at protein powders is hard to find. Johnny Powerlifter says you should have a thousand grams a day. Victor Vegan says you’re burdening your kidneys if you have more protein than you get from broccoli. Do you supplement? Do your proteins have the right amino acid profile, or should you combine proteins? […]

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]]> https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/macronutrients/how-to-choose-the-best-protein-powder-for-your-body/feed/ 10 How to Get What You Want from Collagen Peptides https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/best-collagen-peptides/ Wed, 26 Aug 2020 10:00:53 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=44626 Collagen supplements are everywhere, including in coffee creamers, gummy vitamins and protein bars. And for good reason: benefits of a daily scoop include glowing skin, healthy locks and stronger bones and joints. But with so many collagen supplements on the market, choosing the best collagen peptides can feel daunting. Which type of collagen is best? […]

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]]> How Bulletproof Employees Use Collagen Protein in a Day https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/macronutrients/how-bulletproof-employees-use-collagen/ Tue, 07 Jul 2020 14:44:14 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=44027 Breaking news: Bulletproof employees love to use Bulletproof products. Collagen protein powder, aka collagen peptides, is a great example of one type of product with tons of different uses, whether you’re adding protein to a smoothie or turning your coffee into a mocha. We asked three Bulletproof employees how and why they use collagen protein. […]

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]]> How to Use Bulletproof Collagen Protein Boosts https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/how-to-use-beauty-joint-gut-collagen-protein-boosts/ Fri, 24 Jan 2020 23:10:27 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=40530 You might have heard that collagen is great for you. What if your daily dose of collagen protein tasted delicious and had extra benefits for targeted support? Bulletproof Collagen Protein Boosts hit all the marks. They’re available in three delicious flavors: Beauty Boost tastes like berry lemonade, Joint Boost tastes like blueberry acai and Gut […]

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]]> Study Shows Collagen Peptides are More Than Protein Building Blocks https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/macronutrients/collagen-protein-peptides/ Wed, 01 May 2019 15:43:23 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=33516 I realized how important collagen was when I was hiking in Tibet, and the long trek plus being overweight destroyed my knees. When we went out to eat that night, I knew I needed collagen or cartilage, so I ordered a big bowl of steamed pig’s ears. It tasted about as gross as you would […]

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]]> Why Your Skin Needs Collagen to Stay Young https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/macronutrients/collagen-for-skin/ Thu, 25 Apr 2019 10:00:17 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=33258 [toc] If you follow the Bulletproof Diet, you know that sipping bone broth and drinking collagen peptides powder can help you look and feel great. Collagen supports glowing and hydrated skin. It’s no wonder that collagen supplements have become a common addition to many wellness plans. But what does collagen do for skin? Find out […]

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]]> What Are Peptides? How Peptides Work for Fat Burning and Recovery https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/macronutrients/peptides-fat-burning-muscle/ Thu, 24 Jan 2019 11:00:25 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=30124 If you’re big into working out (or you eavesdrop on conversations in the gym), you may have heard a thing or two about peptides. There are a wide variety of peptides; some, like collagen, are staples of good nutrition, while others fall comfortably on the experimental side of biohacking. Many peptides are relatively new and […]

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]]> What is Hydrolyzed Collagen and Why Are People Adding It to Everything? https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/macronutrients/what-is-hydrolyzed-collagen/ Wed, 23 Jan 2019 11:00:05 +0000 https://www.bulletproof.com/?p=29907 Want to reduce wrinkles, support joint health and add more protein to your diet? Hydrolyzed collagen is the best way to cover all your bases (and feel great doing it). Also known as collagen peptides or collagen protein powder, hydrolyzed collagen is more than just protein powder: It’s packed with the amino acids your body […]

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]]> The Difference Between Collagen Protein and Gelatin https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/macronutrients/collagen-gelatin/ https://www.bulletproof.com/supplement-articles/macronutrients/collagen-gelatin/#comments Thu, 12 May 2016 21:47:35 +0000 http://www.bulletproof.com/?p=8060 A lot of people ask about the difference between collagen and gelatin. Both are great ways to support healthy skin, joints and bones, which we’ll explore below. First, here’s a quick primer on the differences between collagen and gelatin. Despite similar names and ingredients, they behave quite differently in food. Is gelatin the same as […]

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