BODYBALANCE® (Bioactive Collagen Peptides — Gelita)

Evidence Level
Moderate
1 Clinical Trial
3 Documented Benefits
3/5 Evidence Score

BODYBALANCE® is a specific bioactive collagen peptide from Gelita, optimized to support muscle and body composition when combined with resistance training. The collagen peptides supply amino acids that, paired with exercise, are studied for increasing lean mass and reducing fat mass.

Studied Dose About 15 grams per day, combined with resistance training.
Active Compound Specific bioactive collagen peptides (hydrolyzed collagen) optimized for muscle and connective-tissue support.

Benefits

Body composition with exercise

In randomized studies, the bioactive collagen peptides combined with resistance training increased lean body mass and reduced fat mass more than training alone.

Muscle and strength

The collagen peptides support gains in muscle mass and strength when paired with a training program.

Connective-tissue support

Collagen supplies the amino acids glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline used to maintain muscle connective tissue and tendons.

Mechanism of action

1

Amino acid signaling

The specific collagen peptides deliver amino acids that, together with the stimulus of resistance training, support muscle protein and connective-tissue synthesis.

2

Connective-tissue substrate

Collagen provides building blocks for the extracellular matrix that supports and transmits force in muscle.

Clinical trials

1
Bioactive Collagen Peptides and Body Composition — RCT
PubMed

Randomized study of specific bioactive collagen peptides with resistance training on body composition. (Zdzieblik et al. 2021, International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health)

Adults in a resistance-training program.

The collagen peptides plus training increased lean mass and reduced fat mass more than training with placebo.

Side effects and drug interactions

Common Potential side effects

Generally well-tolerated — collagen peptides are well tolerated.
Mild digestive upset is occasionally reported.
Derived from animal collagen; not suitable for vegetarians.

Important Drug interactions

No major drug interactions are established for this ingredient.
Tell your doctor about all supplements if you take prescription medication.
Use caution if pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing a health condition.

Frequently asked questions about BODYBALANCE® (Bioactive Collagen Peptides — Gelita)

What is BODYBALANCE?

Bodybalance® is a specific bioactive collagen peptide from Gelita, optimized to support muscle and body composition when combined with resistance training. The collagen peptides supply amino acids that, paired with exercise, are studied for increasing lean mass and reducing fat mass.

What is BODYBALANCE used for?

BODYBALANCE is researched primarily for Muscle & Recovery and Athletic Performance. In randomized studies, the bioactive collagen peptides combined with resistance training increased lean body mass and reduced fat mass more than training alone.

What is the recommended dosage of BODYBALANCE?

The clinically studied dose is About 15 grams per day, combined with resistance training. Always follow the product label and check with a healthcare provider for personal advice.

Is BODYBALANCE safe, and does it have side effects?

For most healthy adults, BODYBALANCE is well tolerated at studied doses. Reported effects can include: Generally well-tolerated — collagen peptides are well tolerated. Mild digestive upset is occasionally reported. It may also interact with some medications. BODYBALANCE is not right for everyone, so check with a healthcare provider first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take prescription medication.

Does BODYBALANCE interact with any medications?

Possible interactions include: No major drug interactions are established for this ingredient. Tell your doctor about all supplements if you take prescription medication. If you take prescription medication, check with a pharmacist or doctor before using it.

How strong is the scientific evidence for BODYBALANCE?

NutraSmarts rates the evidence for BODYBALANCE as Moderate (3 out of 5). It is backed by 1 clinical trial and 1 cited reference summarized on this page. A higher rating reflects more, larger, and better-designed human studies.

References(1 citations)

Evidence ratings on NutraSmarts are based on the totality of human clinical research, with emphasis on randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews. The references below directly support claims made throughout this page.

  1. Zdzieblik D, Jendricke P, Oesser S, et al. The Influence of Specific Bioactive Collagen Peptides on Body Composition and Muscle Strength in Middle-Aged, Untrained Men. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2021;18(9)..PubMedUsed to support: RCT supporting body-composition benefit with training.