1. MARINE COLLAGEN

A NATURAL FUNCTIONAL PROTEIN TO BOOST/RESTORE HYDRATION, TONICITY AND ELASTICITY OF TISSUES

A NATURAL AND FUNCTIONAL PROTEIN TO REGENERATE CONNECTIVE TISSUE, ESPECIALLY CARTILAGE AND TENDONS, BUT ALSO DEEP MUSCLES AND BONES

It improves training and allows recovery after sport.

Collagen is a major constituent of all connective tissues, particularly involved during exercise. It is involved in joint mobility, muscle strength (reinforcement of deep supporting and protective muscles, and superficial muscles), elasticity and resistance of tissues, thus avoiding injuries (tendonitis, pubalgia, etc.)

A pure, made-in-France, essential ingredient with a neutral taste to help boost and maintain the natural synthesis of collagen fibres

Collagen was naturally consumed long ago by our ancestors, whose diet had a higher animal collagen content (skin, cartilage and bones). Collagen is compatible with a paleo- friendly diet.

Traditionally used in Japan, where it is known to be particularly biocompatible or bioactive, as well as ensuring good bioavailability

• It consists of proteins in the form of hydrolysed peptides (enzymatic hydrolysis) from bioactive natural marine collagen developed using a sustainable developmental strategy
• Molecular weight less than 4 kilodaltons (kDa). It is a low molecular weight, optimised for maximum assimilation and better biological efficiency (bio-active peptides). In comparison, collagen before hydrolysis has a molecular weight of 300 kDa
• Particularly rich in the amino acids glycine, proline and hydroxyproline, which are involved in collagen synthesis and connective tissue regeneration
• Also rich in glutamine, which contributes to the acid-base balance and repair of intestinal cells, and therefore supports the immune system
• GMO free - Fat free - Carbohydrate and sugar free - Preservative free
• No ionisation treatment - No radioactivity
• Strict manufacturing standards - Quality in accordance with ISO 9001 - ISO 22000
• Halal certification
• 100% fish origin: no risk of BSE for bovine collagen, no risk of avian flu for chicken collagen
• Peptides are derived from natural collagen, which is cut into smaller pieces (enzymatic hydrolysis) which are easier to digest
• Neutral taste, add to water, yoghurt or cottage cheese

• Its neutral taste allows you to use it as an ingredient of choice in your recipes and home-made snacks, or simply integrate it into existing preparations (drinks, smoothies, yoghurt, puddings, compote...)
• CAN BE COOKED
• It is particularly suitable when collagen protein intake is insufficient and/or needs are increased: advanced age, convalescence, sports practice... To (re)find the normal function of tendons and cartilages.
• It is also suitable for (re)finding intestinal comfort.

Points to note:

• Collagen is naturally present in the body (muscles, skin, bones, tendons, cartilage, hair, nails, etc.) and plays a major role in providing support and/or increasing elasticity.
• From the age of 25, collagen production in humans decreases by 1.5% per year.
• From the age of 45, the body produces about 1/3 less collagen, resulting in reduced tissue tone (joints, muscles, skin, etc.), loss of mobility and loss of the overall "youthful" appearance.
• Current diets – which are often unbalanced with over-emphasis on ready meals and lean meat without bones or cartilage – leads to lower external collagen consumption.
• An additional supply of bioactive collagen - rich in key amino acids that make up type I collagen - helps to stimulate and restart the body's own collagen metabolism. In joint cartilage, the hydrolysed peptides contained in our marine collagen also stimulate chondrocyte production - cells that are involved in type II collagen synthesis.

Studies and scientific evidence:

• A supplementation of 10g/day of bioactive fish collagen peptides was performed for 12 to 14 weeks.
• Significant results were observed as early as 6 weeks on various functions.
• INTESTINAL COMFORT: finally, studies have shown anti-inflammatory activities and positive effects on the composition of the intestinal microbiota, for better protection in the event of chronic inflammation of the mucous membrane of the colon and rectum, and for better integrity of the intestine - in particular linked to the richness of the amino acid Glutamine - and better intestinal comfort, and consequently to support for the immune system.
• PRE/POST- WORKOUT: overall, the literature and certain scientific studies have shown the interest of marine collagen peptides in :
  > muscle building (collagen is a major constituent of muscle)
  > the protection of joint and connective tissues
  > improving athletic performance
  > protection of the skin against environmental aggression (cold, chlorine, etc.)
  > protection against oxidation and inflammation
  > the satiety effect.
• WEIGHT CONTROL: Further studies have shown that supplementation with collagen peptides over a minimum of 12 weeks helps to limit weight gain and mainly fat mass. In fact, it also helps to limit associated health problems such as cholesterol, insulin resistance and high blood sugar, as well as inflammation markers such as cytokines.
• IMMUNITY AND INFLAMMATION: recent studies have shown that marine collagen peptides also play a major role in modulating the expression of various immune factors: reduction of pro-inflammatory factors (such as IL1ß), increase of anti-inflammatory factors (such as IL10 and TGFß). Thus a cure of pure marine collagen helps to reduce inflammation in general and contributes to strengthening our defence systems to maintain good health.

Collagen therefore has a major role in the prevention of sports-related risks, but also in intestinal well-being and general health and anti-ageing.

2. MAGNESIUM

TO COMBAT FATIGUE AND THE "NATURAL ANTI-STRESS” AGENT

Magnesium is a mineral salt that plays a major role in numerous intra-cellular enzymatic reactions. It is involved in the neuromuscular transmission of nerve impulses. It is often considered as a natural "anti-stress" agent.

Magnesium deficiencies are common: fatigue, irritability, eyelid tremor, anxiety and night cramps, etc. They are due to poor diet, alcohol abuse, chronic stress, poorly controlled diabetes, excessive or chronic vomiting and/or diarrhoea (which can occur in some athletes).

The main sources of magnesium are green vegetables, wholegrain cereals, oil fruits (especially walnuts, hazelnuts and almonds, etc.)

In terms of EXERCISE, its major functions are as follows:

• Helps to reduce fatigue
• Helps to promote normal muscle function

3. VITAMIN C

TO COMBAT FATIGUE AND CELL AGEING

It also plays an important role in the metabolism and normal function of the body through various biochemical reactions and collagen synthesis in particular!

Vitamin C (or ascorbic acid) is a major vitamin found in fruits and vegetables. The human body cannot synthesise vitamin C and the only way we can get an adequate supply is through food. It is sensitive to cooking and to air. It is therefore important to eat fresh fruit and vegetables quickly to make the most of their vitamin C content.

It mainly helps to reduce fatigue, combat oxidation and cell ageing, and strengthen the immune system.

This is why we have selected acerola powder, a fruit particularly rich in natural vitamin C.

Its major functions for SPORT are:

• Helps to promote normal collagen formation to ensure the normal function of cartilage and tendons
  
• Helps to protect cells against oxidative stress.