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Do Collagen Supplements Actually Work? Here’s What the Research Says

Is that expensive collagen powder actually working, or are you paying premium prices for glorified protein powder? As a Stanford-trained longevity physici…

Published June 19, 202534:38The Longevity Show

Is that expensive collagen powder actually working, or are you paying premium prices for glorified protein powder? As a Stanford-trained longevity physician, I break down the real science behind collagen supplements and reveal what your body actually needs for healthy skin.

In this episode, I dive deep into: • Why that $360 marine collagen might not do what you think it does • The fascinating truth about protein digestion and collagen peptides • What your body REALLY needs for optimal collagen production (hint: it's not mega-doses) • The surprising gut-skin connection that changes everything • Evidence-based protocols that cost virtually nothing • When collagen supplements actually "work" (but not for the reasons you'd expect)

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