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The science, unadorned.

A peptide is a short sentence written in amino acids.

An amino acid is a letter.

A peptide is two or a few dozen letters: a short sentence.

A protein is hundreds of them, folded on themselves.

Three worlds with the same name.

Drugs

Semaglutide, tirzepatide. Prescription only. Phase 3 trials.

Grey market

BPC-157, TB-500. Vials labelled “not for human consumption”. Mostly animal evidence.

umania is here

Food-grade

Collagen, eggshell membrane, fava bean. Legal EU supplement. Human trials.

We only sell the third one. And we tell you why.

The journey of the tablet.

water—mouth—stomach—gut—blood

Collagen peptides are partly absorbed as di- and tripeptides. That is exactly what the trials measure: not a promise, a measurement.

The evidence scale.

study weeks →↑ evidence level
  • 1 · animal or in vitro only
  • 2 · pilot or manufacturer trial
  • 3 · published randomised clinical trial
  • 4 · several trials or authorised claim
  • 5 · scientific consensus

Bioactive collagen peptides (Verisol®)

Proksch et al., Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2014 · n = 114 · 8 weeks · randomised, double-blind, placebo

Reduced eye wrinkle volume and increased type I procollagen versus placebo.

Program: renew 02 · evidence 3/5

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Collagen peptides (Fortigel®)

Randomised clinical trial in adults with activity-related joint discomfort · n not published · 12 weeks · randomised, placebo

Less joint discomfort when walking, climbing stairs and squatting.

Program: repair 01 · evidence 3/5

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Eggshell membrane (Ovoderm®)

Double-blind trial, 60 days, 300 mg/day · n = 50 · 9 weeks · double-blind, placebo

Improved skin elasticity and barrier function.

Program: renew 02 · evidence 3/5

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Eggshell membrane (Ovomet®)

Clinical trials in joint discomfort · n not published · 8 weeks · randomised, placebo

Reduced joint pain and stiffness.

Program: repair 01 · evidence 3/5

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Fava bean peptides (PeptiStrong®)

BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health · n not published · 6 weeks · randomised, double-blind, placebo

Greater strength and less strength loss after eccentric exercise versus placebo.

Program: rise 04 · evidence 3/5

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Plant peptides (PeptiSleep®)

Manufacturer clinical trial · n not published · 4 weeks · randomised, placebo

Increased sleep time per night, reported by the manufacturer.

Program: mind 05 · evidence 2/5

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Nextida® GC collagen peptides

Postprandial glucose trial · n not published · variable duration · crossover, placebo

Lower postprandial glucose peak versus control.

Program: reset 03 · evidence 2/5

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Creatine monohydrate

Hundreds of trials; ISSN position stand · n not published · variable duration · meta-analysis

Increased strength and lean mass with training; EU claim authorised at 3 g/day.

Program: rise 04 · evidence 5/5

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Magnesium bisglycinate

Authorised EFSA claim · n not published · variable duration · regulatory review

Muscle function, psychological function and reduction of fatigue.

Program: mind 05 · evidence 4/5

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What the law says and what we say.

Authorised claims

  • Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage and bones.
  • Zinc and biotin contribute to the maintenance of normal skin.
  • Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal hair and nails.
  • Chromium contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism and to the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels.
  • Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
  • Magnesium contributes to normal psychological function and to the normal functioning of the nervous system.

Rejected by EFSA

  • Collagen and skin maintenance — rejected by EFSA (2013).
  • Collagen and joint function — rejected by EFSA (2011).
  • Milk peptides and blood pressure — rejected by EFSA (2011 and 2012).

We cannot say collagen improves your skin. We can show you the trial and let you decide.

Why a single tablet.

A collagen stick carries 2.5 g. That does not fit in a tablet. So umania works with low-dose actives that have their own trial and with nutrients that do hold an authorised claim. Two tablets a day with a meal: that is the whole protocol.

This is not a person.

The people on this site do not exist. They were created with AI. The studies do exist: we link every one of them.

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