Specific Collagen Peptides Improve Bone Mineral Density and Bone Markers in Postmenopausal Women — A Randomized Controlled Study
König D, Oesser S, Scharla S, Zdzieblik D, Gollhofer A
Published in Nutrients
Methodology
Randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind trial of 5 g/day specific collagen peptides for 12 months in postmenopausal women with reduced bone mineral density; DXA and bone turnover markers.
Key Findings
Collagen peptide intake increased bone mineral density of the spine and femoral neck and shifted bone markers toward formation compared with placebo.
Conclusions
Twelve months of specific collagen peptide supplementation increased bone mineral density in postmenopausal women with reduced BMD.
Limitations
Single-centre trial funded by the peptide manufacturer; modest sample; no fracture outcomes.
Supplements Studied
Collagen peptide intake increased bone mineral density of the spine and femoral neck compared with placebo.
Outcomes Measured
Collagen peptide intake increased bone mineral density of the spine and femoral neck compared with placebo.
Collagen peptide intake increased bone mineral density of the spine and femoral neck and shifted bone markers toward formation compared with placebo.
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Study Details
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Disclosures
Funding
GELITA AG (manufacturer)
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