Orange Naturals Collagen Active Muscle - Bioactive Collagen | 150g Powder
Visit the Orange Naturals Store| Brand | Orange |
| Serving | 1 scoop (5 g), 1 to 2 times daily in water or juice |
| Licensed Natural Health Product | NPN 80112993 |
| Quality Standards | GMO-free, no binders or fillers |
| Country | Made in Canada  |
About this item
- 5 G BODYBALANCE BIOACTIVE COLLAGEN PEPTIDES PER SCOOP: Each scoop provides 5 g of Bodybalance Bioactive Collagen Peptides, Type I and III Hydrolyzed Collagen (bovine) - take 1 to 2 scoops daily in water or juice, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
- TYPE I AND III COLLAGEN, FOUND NATURALLY IN MUSCLE, TENDONS AND LIGAMENTS: This formula uses the same collagen types (I and III) found naturally in muscle, tendon and ligament tissue.
- SOURCE OF AMINO ACIDS FOR PROTEIN SYNTHESIS: Source of the essential amino acids histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine and valine for the maintenance of good health, and the non-essential amino acids alanine, arginine, aspartic acid, glutamic acid, glycine, proline, serine and tyrosine involved in protein synthesis.
- SOURCE OF LYSINE TO HELP IN COLLAGEN FORMATION: Also a source of the essential amino acid lysine, which helps in collagen formation - this product's Health Canada-authorized use (NPN 80112993).
- TASTELESS AND ODORLESS - MIX INTO ANY BEVERAGE: Blends easily into water, juice, coffee, tea or a smoothie without altering taste, for a simple daily addition to an active routine.
- GMO-FREE, MADE IN CANADA: No binders, fillers, artificial flavours, colours, preservatives, sweeteners, gluten, wheat or yeast. Formulated and made in Canada.
Product Description
Collagen Active Muscle - 5 g Bodybalance Bioactive Collagen Peptides, Type I and III, per Scoop
Collagen Active Muscle delivers 5 g of Bodybalance Bioactive Collagen Peptides in every scoop - Type I and III hydrolyzed collagen (bovine), the same collagen types found naturally in muscle, tendons and ligaments. A source of essential amino acids for the maintenance of good health, non-essential amino acids involved in protein synthesis, and the essential amino acid lysine to help in collagen formation. Tasteless and odorless, it blends easily into water, juice, coffee or a smoothie. GMO-free and made in Canada. Licensed Natural Health Product NPN 80112993.
Collagène Muscles actifs fournit 5 g de peptides de collagène bioactif Bodybalance par mesure - collagène hydrolysé (bovins) de types I et III, les mêmes types de collagène présents naturellement dans les muscles, les tendons et les ligaments. Source d'acides aminés essentiels pour le maintien d'une bonne santé, d'acides aminés non essentiels jouant un rôle dans la synthèse des protéines, et de l'acide aminé essentiel lysine pour aider à la formation de collagène. Sans goût ni odeur, il se mélange facilement à l'eau, au jus, au café ou aux smoothies. Sans OGM et fabriqué au Canada.
Built From Real Collagen Peptides
5 g Bodybalance Bioactive Collagen Peptides (Type I and III Hydrolyzed Collagen, bovine) per scoop - take 1 to 2 scoops daily
5 g Bodybalance Bioactive Collagen Peptides per Scoop
Each scoop delivers a full 5 g dose of Type I and III hydrolyzed collagen (bovine) - the same collagen types found naturally in muscle, tendon and ligament tissue.
Source of Amino Acids for Protein Synthesis
Provides essential amino acids for the maintenance of good health, non-essential amino acids involved in protein synthesis, and the essential amino acid lysine to help in collagen formation.
Why This Formula
Collagen Active Muscle is built around one real active - Bodybalance Bioactive Collagen Peptides - delivering Type I and III hydrolyzed collagen in a tasteless, easy-to-mix powder.
Collagen Formation Support
Source of the essential amino acid lysine to help in collagen formation - this product's Health Canada-authorized use (NPN 80112993).
5 g Bioactive Collagen Peptides per Scoop
Each scoop delivers 5 g of Bodybalance Bioactive Collagen Peptides, Type I and III Hydrolyzed Collagen (bovine).
Type I and III - Found in Muscle, Tendon and Ligament
Contains the collagen types found naturally in muscle, tendon and ligament tissue, supplying amino acids involved in protein synthesis.
Tasteless, Odorless, Easy to Mix
Blends into water, juice, coffee, tea or a smoothie without altering taste - a simple daily addition to an active routine.
Orange Naturals Collagen Active Muscle: Supplement Facts
Each scoop (5 g) contains:
- Bodybalance Bioactive Collagen Peptides (Type I and III Hydrolyzed Collagen, bovine)5 g
Non-Medicinal Ingredients: None.
Recommended Use or Purpose: Source of the essential amino acids histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, valine for the maintenance of good health and the non-essential amino acids alanine, arginine, aspartic acid, glutamic acid, glycine, proline, serine, tyrosine involved in protein synthesis. Source of the essential amino acid lysine to help in collagen formation.
Recommended Dose (Adults): Take 1 scoop, 1 to 2 times per day in water or juice, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Recommended Duration of Use: Use for a minimum of 5 months to see beneficial effects.
Cautions and Warnings: Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. May cause mild gastrointestinal disturbances. Do not use if seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children.
Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and different information than what is shown on our website. We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product. This item is sold and shipped by Amazon.ca.
Chaque mesure (5 g) contient :
- Peptides de collagène bioactif Bodybalance (collagène hydrolysé, bovins, de types I et III)5 g
Ingrédients non médicinaux : Aucun.
Usage ou fins recommandés : Source des acides aminés essentiels histidines, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, méthionine, phénylalanine, thréonine, valine pour le maintien d'une bonne santé et des acides aminés non-essentiels alanine, arginine, acide aspartique, acide glutamique, glycine, proline, sérine, tyrosine jouant un rôle dans la synthèse des protéines. Source de l'acide aminé essentiel lysine pour aider à la formation de collagène.
Dose recommandée (adultes) : Prendre 1 mesure, 1 à 2 fois par jour dans l'eau ou des jus, ou selon l'avis d'un praticien de soins de santé. Durée d'utilisation recommandée : Utiliser pendant au moins 5 mois afin de constater des effets bénéfiques.
Mises en garde et avertissements : Consulter un praticien de soins de santé avant d'en faire l'usage si vous êtes enceinte ou allaitez. Pourrait causer de légers malaises gastro-intestinaux. Ne pas utiliser si le sceau de sécurité est brisé. Tenir hors de portée des enfants.
NPN 80112993
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Get it on Amazon.caWhy Orange Naturals Collagen Active Muscle
5 g of Bodybalance Bioactive Collagen Peptides per scoop - Type I and III hydrolyzed collagen, the same types found naturally in muscle, tendon and ligament tissue.
5 g bioactive collagen peptides per scoop
Each scoop delivers a full 5 g dose of Type I and III Hydrolyzed Collagen (bovine).
Source of amino acids for protein synthesis
Provides essential and non-essential amino acids involved in protein synthesis, plus the essential amino acid lysine to help in collagen formation.
Tasteless, odorless, easy to mix
Blends into water, juice, coffee, tea or a smoothie without altering taste.
Trusted Canadian brand
Orange Naturals - formulated and made in Canada, licensed under NPN 80112993.
Inside every scoop
5 g Bodybalance Bioactive Collagen Peptides (Type I and III Hydrolyzed Collagen, bovine) per scoop - take 1 to 2 scoops daily in water or juice, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
How to use it
Take 1 to 2 scoops daily
Adults take one scoop (5 g), one to two times per day in water or juice, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
Mix into any beverage
Tasteless and odorless - stir into water, juice, coffee, tea or a smoothie.
Give it time
Use for a minimum of 5 months to see beneficial effects.
What the research says about Collagen Peptides
Educational summaries of published research on collagen peptides generally; not product-specific claims. Orange Naturals Collagen Active Muscle's own label claim is the use authorized under NPN 80112993: source of essential amino acids for the maintenance of good health, non-essential amino acids involved in protein synthesis, and the essential amino acid lysine to help in collagen formation.
A meta-analysis of 19 trials (768 participants) found long-term collagen peptide supplementation improved fat-free mass, tendon morphology and strength
Combined with regular exercise training, daily collagen peptide intake showed statistically significant, low-to-moderate certainty improvements in fat-free mass, tendon morphology, muscle architecture, maximal strength, and 48-hour recovery of reactive strength after exercise-induced muscle damage.
Meta-analysisA 12-week RCT found collagen peptides plus resistance training increased fat-free mass and strength more than training alone in elderly sarcopenic men
53 men with sarcopenia who added 15 g/day of collagen peptides to a 12-week resistance training program gained significantly more fat-free mass and isokinetic quadriceps strength, and lost more fat mass, than those doing the same training with a placebo.
Human RCTA 12-week RCT found collagen peptides plus resistance training increased fat-free mass and hand-grip strength in premenopausal women
77 premenopausal women who added 15 g/day of specific collagen peptides to resistance training gained significantly more fat-free mass, lost more body fat, and gained more hand-grip strength than those on placebo, though both groups improved with training.
Human RCTA 12-week RCT found collagen peptides increased fat-free mass in recreationally active men without a matching increase in muscle fiber size
57 men adding 15 g/day of collagen peptides to resistance training gained significantly more fat-free mass than placebo, but the increase was not reflected in muscle fiber cross-sectional area - the researchers suggested this points to enhanced connective tissue adaptation rather than pure muscle fiber growth.
Human RCTA companion 12-week RCT found collagen peptides shifted the skeletal muscle proteome toward contractile-fiber proteins
Muscle biopsy proteome analysis in the same training program found 221 proteins more abundant with collagen peptide supplementation versus only 44 with placebo, with the collagen group's upregulated proteins mostly tied to the muscle's contractile fibers.
Human RCTAn 8-week RCT found low-load blood-flow-restriction training increased muscle size in older men, with only a non-significant trend favoring added collagen
30 older men doing blood-flow-restriction training gained similar muscle cross-sectional area whether they took collagen hydrolysate or a placebo alongside training - an honest result showing no statistically significant extra benefit from collagen in this smaller trial.
Human RCTAn 8-week RCT found combining whey protein with collagen outperformed either alone for muscle mass, bone density and strength
40 resistance-trained men gained the most muscle mass, lumbar spine bone density and squat/bench strength when whey protein and collagen were combined; collagen alone produced smaller but still significant gains over placebo, and was the only single supplement to significantly raise bone mineral density.
Human RCTA 10-week RCT found whey protein increased muscle thickness more than leucine-matched collagen peptides
22 untrained adults gained significantly more vastus lateralis and biceps muscle thickness on whey protein than on an equivalent leucine-matched dose of collagen peptides, though strength and power gains were similar between groups - an honest result showing whey's advantage for muscle size specifically.
Human RCTA retrospective analysis found a whey/casein-based supplement outperformed a collagen-based supplement for lean mass in older adults with obesity
In overweight or obese older men with metabolic risk factors, a whey/casein/creatine-based supplement produced greater gains in lean mass, strength and physical performance than a collagen-peptide-based comparator - an honest finding that collagen alone was less effective than a whey-based formula in this specific population.
Human RCTA review found regular dietary protein does not stimulate muscle connective tissue the way it stimulates contractile muscle protein
This review explains that while high-quality protein readily boosts myofibrillar (contractile) muscle protein synthesis, it does not increase connective tissue protein synthesis - likely because typical proteins under-supply the amino acids glycine and proline that collagen is rich in and that connective tissue needs.
ReviewA crossover RCT found collagen hydrolysate produced far less whole-body anabolic signal than essential or branched-chain amino acids after exercise
After a bout of resistance exercise, healthy adults retained roughly six times more exogenous leucine (a marker of whole-body anabolism) from essential or branched-chain amino acid drinks than from an equal-nitrogen dose of collagen hydrolysate - an honest result underscoring that collagen's amino acid profile is not built to maximize post-exercise anabolism the way essential amino acids are.
Human RCTA crossover RCT found a whey-derived protein raised muscle protein synthesis more than collagen peptides during intensified aerobic training
In endurance-trained adults, alpha-lactalbumin (a whey-derived protein) increased myofibrillar protein synthesis significantly more than an equal-nitrogen dose of collagen peptides after intensified training - consistent with collagen's amino acid profile favoring connective tissue over contractile muscle protein synthesis.
Human RCTA review found older adults need about 2.8 g of leucine per meal to trigger muscle protein synthesis, a threshold not seen in younger adults
This review describes how leucine acts as the metabolic trigger for post-meal muscle protein synthesis, and that adults over 60 typically need a meal with at least 2.8 g of leucine (about 30 g of quality protein) to activate it, while younger adults respond more proportionally to any protein amount.
ReviewAn expert panel found protein source affects leucine content and, in turn, muscle-building signal strength
This Protein Summit report notes that although both animal and plant proteins supply the essential amino acids needed for health, animal-derived proteins generally contain a higher proportion of leucine, the amino acid most responsible for triggering muscle protein synthesis.
ReviewA review of 32 human studies found protein and collagen supplementation, paired with resistance training, consistently supports muscle mass in aging
Summarizing current healthy-aging nutrition research, this review found that protein and collagen supplementation combined with resistance training consistently improved muscle mass and physical function in older adults, among other nutrients studied for aging-related decline.
ReviewAn RCT found resistance exercise plus a bedtime protein drink increased overnight connective tissue protein synthesis in older men
In healthy older men, a single evening resistance-training session followed by a pre-sleep protein drink (casein, in this specific trial) significantly increased overnight muscle connective tissue protein synthesis compared with protein alone or a placebo - showing that exercise is what unlocks a connective-tissue synthesis response to protein feeding.
Human RCTA controlled trial found intense jumping exercise raised blood markers of collagen turnover for up to 72 hours
After a bout of plyometric jump training, healthy men showed increased serum hydroxyproline and hydroxylysine - both markers of collagen breakdown and turnover - alongside muscle soreness and creatine kinase, peaking around 48 hours post-exercise.
Controlled trialAn RCT found vitamin C-enriched gelatin taken before rope-skipping exercise doubled a marker of new collagen synthesis
Healthy adults who took 15 g of vitamin C-enriched gelatin an hour before a bout of rope-skipping showed double the blood level of a collagen-synthesis marker (procollagen type I N-terminal propeptide) compared with placebo, along with increased circulating glycine, proline and hydroxyproline.
Human RCTA crossover RCT found enzymatically hydrolyzed collagen absorbs faster than non-hydrolyzed collagen
Ten healthy men showed a significantly faster and greater rise in blood glycine, proline and hydroxyproline after enzymatically hydrolyzed collagen protein compared with non-hydrolyzed collagen protein, confirming that hydrolysis meaningfully improves absorption rate.
Human RCTA crossover study found collagen-derived bioactive peptides reach the bloodstream similarly regardless of source or molecular weight
Comparing fish, porcine and bovine collagen hydrolysates of different molecular weights (including a 5,000 Da bovine version in the same class as this product's collagen peptides), all sources produced comparable plasma levels of hydroxyproline and collagen-specific dipeptides after a single dose.
Human RCTA crossover RCT found mixing collagen hydrolysate into coffee did not meaningfully change absorption of its bioactive peptides
Healthy volunteers absorbed the signature bioactive di- and tripeptides from bovine collagen hydrolysate similarly whether it was dissolved in coffee or water, though free amino acid uptake showed some variation - relevant given this product is marketed for mixing into coffee, tea or a smoothie.
Human RCTA crossover RCT found a fermented milk beverage increased plasma uptake of collagen-derived amino acids versus water
15 healthy men absorbed higher peak plasma concentrations of proline and other collagen-specific amino acids when the same 10 g dose of collagen hydrolysate was delivered in a fermented milk product rather than dissolved in water alone.
Human RCTAn integrative review of 8 trials found collagen peptides may ease exercise-induced muscle stress, but evidence is still limited
Reviewing 286 participants across 8 randomized trials, this review found support for collagen peptides helping mitigate muscle stress from strenuous resistance training, while noting that methodological differences between studies mean further clinical trials are needed to confirm the mechanisms involved.
Integrative reviewA review of muscle-hypertrophy supplements positioned collagen as a recovery and connective-tissue aid, not a direct muscle-growth driver
Comparing supplements by ultrasound/MRI-measured muscle growth, this review found collagen (10-15 g/day) primarily supported training tolerance, recovery and connective-tissue adaptation, unlike protein/essential amino acids and creatine, which drove hypertrophy more directly - a useful, honest distinction for what to expect from a collagen-only product.
ReviewFrequently asked questions
How do I take Orange Naturals Collagen Active Muscle?
Adults take one scoop (5 g), one to two times per day in water or juice, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Use for a minimum of 5 months to see beneficial effects.
What's in each scoop?
Each 5 g scoop contains Bodybalance Bioactive Collagen Peptides, Type I and III Hydrolyzed Collagen (bovine). There are no other non-medicinal ingredients.
What is the licensed use of this product?
This product's Health Canada licence (NPN 80112993) authorizes it as a source of essential amino acids for the maintenance of good health, non-essential amino acids involved in protein synthesis, and the essential amino acid lysine to help in collagen formation.
Does it have a taste?
No - it is tasteless and odorless, so it blends easily into water, juice, coffee, tea or a smoothie.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Are there any other cautions?
This product may cause mild gastrointestinal disturbances. Do not use if the safety seal is broken, and keep out of reach of children.
Is it GMO-free and allergen-friendly?
Yes - it is GMO-free with no binders, fillers, artificial flavours, colours, preservatives or sweeteners, and is gluten-free, wheat-free and yeast-free.
Is Orange Naturals Collagen Active Muscle made in Canada?
Yes. It is formulated and made in Canada by Orange Naturals and licensed by Health Canada under NPN 80112993.
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Get it on Amazon.caNatural Health Product NPN 80112993. Source of the essential amino acids for the maintenance of good health, the non-essential amino acids involved in protein synthesis, and the essential amino acid lysine to help in collagen formation. Research summaries on this page concern collagen peptides generally and are educational - they are not additional product-specific claims beyond this product's Health Canada-authorized use. Read and follow the label. Consult a health care practitioner before use, especially if pregnant or breastfeeding. May cause mild gastrointestinal disturbances. Results may vary.
Important information
Safety Information
Cautions and Warnings: Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. May cause mild gastrointestinal disturbances. Do not use if seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children.
Indications
Recommended Use or Purpose: Source of the essential amino acids histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, valine for the maintenance of good health and the non-essential amino acids alanine, arginine, aspartic acid, glutamic acid, glycine, proline, serine, tyrosine involved in protein synthesis. Source of the essential amino acid lysine to help in collagen formation.
Ingredients
Medicinal Ingredients (per 1 scoop/5 g): Bodybalance Bioactive Collagen Peptides, Type I and III Hydrolyzed Collagen (bovine), 5 g. Non-medicinal Ingredients: None.
Directions
Recommended Dose (Adults): Take 1 scoop, 1 to 2 times per day in water or juice, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Recommended Duration of Use: Use for a minimum of 5 months to see beneficial effects.
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Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and different information than what is shown on our website. We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product. This item is sold and shipped by Amazon.ca.