Who doesn’t love foods that can help your body stay young, according to what science suggests? One popular youth-preserving supplement that you may have questioned because of where it’s sourced from is evolving in a very big way.
If you like the idea of adding a collagen supplement to your diet but previously felt uneasy about the fact that it’s typically sourced from animals—perhaps you avoided it altogether for this reason—then brace yourself for this news. A company called Geltor is said to have developed “the first vegan collagen for food and beverages,” according to Food Dive.
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Over the past few years, Geltor has invested $116 million into developing PrimaColl. According to Food Dive, PrimaColl is produced by applying “microbial fermentation to plant-based ingredients. This creates animal-free proteins that are the equivalent of those derived from animals.”
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The brand previously created vegan collagens that can be used in cosmetics. Now, they’ve developed a vegan option for the food and beverage space. (Speaking of the word “vegan,” don’t miss 11 Misconceptions About Plant-Based Eating You Shouldn’t Believe.)
The brand has “biodesigned” PrimaColl as a match to Type 21 collagen, which Geltor touts for its “multiplier effect.” This effect “encourages the development of other collagen types,” according to Food Dive.
Part of why this product is such a major breakthrough? Until now, collagen diet supplements have been sourced from animals, namely pigs. For some people, using a product sourced from a pig for the purpose of promoting beauty doesn’t feel right for ethical or religious reasons.
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