Vital Proteins Collagen Powder Recipes

If you haven’t heard by now, amino acids have taken center stage in the world of food and health. The number of people who are actively seeking healthier skin, hair, and nails is growing and so is the number of people who are adding supplements to their daily diets. Because of this, collagen peptides have made their mark on the health and wellness scene in a very big way.

Your body uses amino acids to build muscle, bone, cartilage, skin, hair, connective tissue, and more. But your bones, joints, and skin are most dependent on collagen to stay vibrant and healthy. Unfortunately, as we age, the collagen in our bodies decline and that’s where supplements like collagen peptides come in. Some studies have shown taking collagen daily works within to enhance your skin, hair, and nails. It also restores skin’s moisture and elasticity as well as tone and vibrancy to help combat the signs of aging.

After doing market research on brands, ingredients, reviews, and the many options for collagen peptides, I chose Vital Proteins sourced from grass-fed, pasture-raised bovine hides to ensure a natural, high quality, and sustainable source of this ancient nutrient. I also like that it is

Try These Easy Lemon Collagen Recipes

One thing I love about collagen peptides is the versatility of incorporating it into my recipes like this Collagen smoothie recipe . It is soluble in cold or hot liquids and is flavorless. You can use collagen for a variety of recipes including smoothies, soups, sauces, coffee, tea or plain water. I especially love to add 1-2 scoops of Vital Proteins collagen peptides into this creamy banana chocolate shake for a quick and easy breakfast or a mid-day snack.

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For this Banana Chocolate Collagen Shake, all you have to do is blend the ingredients and pour into a glass, taking only 5 minutes to make this healthy shake!This chocolate collagen smoothie satisfies all your chocolate cravings and gives you a health boost with collagen peptides. With just 5 simple ingredients you’re sure to make this healthy smoothie again and again.

Blueberry Collagen Smoothie (glowing Skin!)

You guys know I love a good smoothie recipe and while 80% of the time I’m whipping up a green smoothie, I often get cravings for something sweet and chocolatey.

So when those cravings strike, I whip up this super easy Chocolate Collagen Smoothie. With 5 whole food ingredients and no added sugar, it satisfies my chocolate cravings in a healthy manner and prevents me from grabbing a far less healthy chocolate bar in the supermarket checkout aisle. A definite win in my books.

I’ve talked before about collagen and how to sneak more of it into your diet. But here’s the synopsis. Collagen is an important building block for the body and makes up approximately 30% of our bodies’ protein. Think of it as an amino acid chain that strengths the body, especially our skin, bones, joints and muscles.

Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Shake [made With Pb Powder]

Unfortunately, collagen diminishes with age and is likely impacted by today’s diet and environmental influences.That’s why I’m such a proponent of supplementing with collagen peptides, which are a bioavailable form of collagen.

The great thing about this smoothie is that it couldn’t be easier to make. Just toss two cups of coconut milk (or any other nut milk) into a blender with a frozen banana, add a couple tablespoons of almond butter, a quarter cup of cacao powder and two (or more) tablespoons of collagen peptides.

I use Vital Proteins Unflavored Collagen Peptides in this recipe (my favorite), but you could also use their Marine Collagen which is sourced from wild-caught snapper. And if you want to amp the flavor, you could even use Vital Protein’s Dark Chocolate and Blackberry Collagen Peptides. Umm, yum!

Collagen Smoothie Bowl With Vital Proteins

Once all those ingredients have been added to your blender, just blend for about 30 seconds and there you have it. A sweet, creamy, chocolate smoothie with a bonus health kick.

A sweet, creamy, chocolate smoothie with a bonus health kick – collagen! Watch the video below to see how easily this comes together.

Calories: 386.5 kcal , Carbohydrates: 26.4 g , Protein: 14.9 g , Fat: 25.9 g , Saturated Fat: 14.7 g , Sodium: 55.7 mg , Fiber: 5.1 g , Sugar: 11.9 g

Vital Proteins Cinnamon Vanilla Latte

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Unfortunately, collagen diminishes with age and is likely impacted by today’s diet and environmental influences.That’s why I’m such a proponent of supplementing with collagen peptides, which are a bioavailable form of collagen.

The great thing about this smoothie is that it couldn’t be easier to make. Just toss two cups of coconut milk (or any other nut milk) into a blender with a frozen banana, add a couple tablespoons of almond butter, a quarter cup of cacao powder and two (or more) tablespoons of collagen peptides.

I use Vital Proteins Unflavored Collagen Peptides in this recipe (my favorite), but you could also use their Marine Collagen which is sourced from wild-caught snapper. And if you want to amp the flavor, you could even use Vital Protein’s Dark Chocolate and Blackberry Collagen Peptides. Umm, yum!

Collagen Smoothie Bowl With Vital Proteins

Once all those ingredients have been added to your blender, just blend for about 30 seconds and there you have it. A sweet, creamy, chocolate smoothie with a bonus health kick.

A sweet, creamy, chocolate smoothie with a bonus health kick – collagen! Watch the video below to see how easily this comes together.

Calories: 386.5 kcal , Carbohydrates: 26.4 g , Protein: 14.9 g , Fat: 25.9 g , Saturated Fat: 14.7 g , Sodium: 55.7 mg , Fiber: 5.1 g , Sugar: 11.9 g

Vital Proteins Cinnamon Vanilla Latte

©. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited.