Testing a Natural Supplement to Boost Collagen Production in Healthy Adults Aged 18 to 30

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating whether a natural product supplement can enhance collagen synthesis after ingesting collagen protein in young healthy adults aged 18 to 30 years. The study uses a model of natural products certified as safe to stimulate collagen synthesis and aims to see if the supplement increases the bodys collagen production response. This trial involves dietary supplements and focuses on connective tissue and exercise effects. Participants will consume either a natural product supplement containing hydrolyzed collagen, vitamin C, epicatechin, vitamin E, and stevia extract or a placebo supplement with hydrolyzed collagen, vitamin C, and sweetener. Blood samples are taken before and one hour after consumption. Participants will perform load-bearing exercise and take the assigned supplement daily for seven days, with a final blood collection four hours after the last exercise session. During the study, researchers will measure collagen protein synthesis over seven days and assess the strength and collagen content of engineered ligament constructs 60 minutes after exercise. Blood samples and exercise responses will be monitored to evaluate the supplements effects. The total participation period spans one week, with close monitoring of exercise and supplement intake under controlled conditions.

Developing a Nutritional Supplement to Increase Collagen Synthesis in People