UC-II Type 2 Collagen Tablets

ESN collagen tablets with UC-II® type 2 collagen: the key facts at a glance

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablets are a food supplement with 40 mg UC-II® type II collagen and 50 mg vitamin C per tablet.² UC-II® is a clinically studied branded ingredient made from undenatured type II collagen, in which the natural collagen structure is preserved.

Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage.¹ The recommended daily serving is one tablet.² One tub contains 60 tablets, enough for 60 daily servings.

What is type 2 collagen?

Type 2 collagen is a form of collagen found naturally, mainly in cartilage tissue. Collagen is a structural protein and occurs in different forms in various tissues of the human body.

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablets contain type 2 collagen in the form of the clinically studied branded ingredient UC-II®. One tablet provides 40 mg UC-II®.²

What does “undenatured” mean for UC-II®?

Undenatured type 2 collagen from the clinically studied branded ingredient UC-II® refers to collagen whose natural structure is preserved during processing. This sets UC-II® apart from hydrolysed collagen products, in which collagen is broken down into smaller peptide structures through hydrolysis.

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablets contain 40 mg of the undenatured branded ingredient UC-II® per daily serving.²

Composition: ESN UC-II® collagen and vitamin C per tablet

One ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablet combines 40 mg UC-II® with 50 mg vitamin C.² This targeted composition differs from collagen powders or tablets, which typically provide hydrolysed collagen peptides per serving.

Type 2 collagen (UC-II®)

Amount per tablet: 40 mg

% NRV: –

Vitamin C

Amount per tablet: 50 mg

% NRV: 62%

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen: 40 mg per tablet

One ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablet contains 40 mg UC-II® type II collagen.² UC-II® is a clinically studied branded ingredient made from undenatured collagen, in which the natural collagen structure is preserved.

The 40 mg dose of UC-II® can’t be directly compared with amounts of hydrolysed collagen peptides. Undenatured type II collagen is present in its natural structure, whereas in the production of hydrolysed collagen peptides, collagen is broken down into smaller peptide structures. These are therefore different forms of collagen with different production and dosage concepts.

Vitamin C: 50 mg per tablet

One ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablet contains 50 mg vitamin C.² Vitamin C is an essential, water-soluble vitamin and contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage.¹

Intake, dosage and use of the collagen tablets

How many ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablets should you take a day?

The recommended daily amount of ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablets is one tablet a day.² One daily serving provides 40 mg UC-II® type II collagen and 50 mg vitamin C.²

Take the tablet with plenty of liquid, ideally with a meal. One tub contains 60 tablets, enough for 60 daily servings when taken as recommended.

When should you take ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen?

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablets can be taken at any time of day. There’s no specific time of day you need to take them.

The recommended daily serving is one tablet, taken with plenty of liquid, ideally with a meal.²

How long can you take ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablets?

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablets are designed for daily use. No break or specific intake cycle is intended. Stick to the recommended daily serving of one tablet.²

Can you combine ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablets with creatine, protein and vitamins?

In general, ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablets can be combined with creatine, protein and other food supplements such as vitamins.

When combining them with other food supplements, always consider your total intake of the nutrients they contain. This applies in particular to other vitamin products, as one daily serving of ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablets already contains 50 mg vitamin C.² Do not exceed the recommended daily amounts and applicable maximum levels of the respective nutrients.

Who are ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablets suitable for?

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablets are suitable for anyone who wants to add undenatured type II collagen and vitamin C to their daily supplement routine. Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage.¹

With just one tablet a day, the collagen tablets fit easily into your everyday life and training routine.² The tablet form is especially suitable for anyone who prefers an alternative to collagen powder.

UC-II® type 2 collagen compared with collagen peptides

UC-II® type 2 collagen and hydrolysed collagen peptides differ in their structure, processing, dosage and format. ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen tablets provide 40 mg undenatured UC-II® per daily serving, while ESN Collagen Peptides provide 12.5 g hydrolysed collagen peptides from TENDOFORTE®, FORTIGEL® and VERISOL® per serving.²˒³

Differences between type 2 collagen and collagen peptides in structure, processing and serving size

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen and ESN Collagen Peptides differ in more than just their format. While the UC-II® tablets contain undenatured type II collagen, Collagen Peptides provide hydrolysed collagen peptides in powder form. Because these are different forms of collagen, the amounts of 40 mg and 12.5 g shouldn’t be compared as direct dosage alternatives.

Main focus

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen: UC-II® with vitamin C

ESN Collagen Peptides: Hydrolysed collagen peptides with vitamin C, zinc and copper

Collagen form

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen: Undenatured collagen

ESN Collagen Peptides: Hydrolysed collagen peptides

Collagen type

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen: Type II

ESN Collagen Peptides: Type I & III

Branded ingredient

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen: UC-II®

ESN Collagen Peptides: TENDOFORTE®, FORTIGEL® & VERISOL®

Collagen per serving²˒³

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen: 40 mg UC-II® per serving

ESN Collagen Peptides: 12.5 g collagen peptides per serving

Vitamin C per serving²˒³

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen: 50 mg / 62% NRV

ESN Collagen Peptides: 50 mg / 63% NRV

Other micronutrients

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen: –

ESN Collagen Peptides: 1.5 mg zinc / 15% NRV, 0.15 mg copper / 15% NRV

Format

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen: Tablets

ESN Collagen Peptides: Powder

Daily serving

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen: 1 tablet

ESN Collagen Peptides: 15 g powder

Preparation

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen: Take 1 tablet a day with plenty of liquid, ideally with a meal

ESN Collagen Peptides: Mix 15 g powder with 300 ml cold water once a day and drink

Role of vitamin C

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen: Normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage¹

ESN Collagen Peptides: Normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones, cartilage & skin¹

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen or ESN Collagen Peptides: which product is right for you?

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen and ESN Collagen Peptides are two different collagen products. Which one fits your routine better depends mainly on your preferred collagen form, composition and format.

ESN UC-II® Type 2 Collagen is suitable for anyone who prefers undenatured type II collagen in tablet form. One daily serving is one tablet with 40 mg UC-II® and 50 mg vitamin C.² Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage.¹

ESN Collagen Peptides are suitable for anyone who prefers hydrolysed collagen peptides in powder form. One serving provides 12.5 g collagen peptides from TENDOFORTE®, FORTIGEL® and VERISOL®, complemented by vitamin C, zinc and copper.⁴