FreshwaterCollagen & Gelatin Right from the Source

With its low molecular weight, collagen peptide derived from fish offers superior absorption and bioavailability compared with porcine and bovine collagen. Plus, the risk of illness is minimized with marine collagen – not the case with other animal sources, which have been associated with disease transfer to humans.

Additionally, marine-based collagen peptides and gelatin contain no pork or beef products. This makes them widely accepted across cultures and religions. For instance, all Vinh Wellness collagen products are Halal certified.

Compatibility: More of the right building blocks delivered to cells

While ocean fish may seem like a good source of collagen, their skin is adapted to cold saltwater, resulting in collagen that is quite different from that found in terrestrial species. By contrast, our farm-raised pangasius (pangasius hypophthalmus) spend their entire lives in fresh, room-temperature water. The result is a collagen that more closely resembles the amino acid profile of human skin compared to other marine sources. This means that more of the amino acids that are delivered to the cells are actually viable and can be metabolized through various anabolic processes.

Scent: Freshwater imparts less odor and taste

Collagen peptides and gelatin sourced from sea fish contain higher levels of sodium, which can influence taste. Since Vinh Wellness collagen peptide and gelatin products are sourced from freshwater fish, they are naturally low in sodium. Also, marine collagen made from ocean-dwelling fish is often produced by blending the skins from a wide variety of species. In addition to the lack of traceability and uniformity, this practice is more likely to add unwanted odors and flavors to the collagen—not an issue with our highly controlled, single-source, freshwater production.