Collagen II pre/post workout: ESSENTIAL AMIN.O. ENERGY + UC-II COLLAGEN

This is one of my favorite pre/post work out due to UC-II collagen (type 2 collagen). Collagen is a key structural protein component of cartilage, bone and other tissues. There are 16 known collagen types and type 2 collagen is one type found in human body that helps build connective tissues, cartilage and bones and is composed of chains of amino acids. Type 2 is critical because it is what gives cartilage its strength and elasticity. It is also good for skin and gut health. If your body processes less collagen due to age or if you have hard workouts and put more strain on your body, this may be a good way to support recovery. It is also good for skin and gut health.

The product also adds anti-oxidant vitamin C in order to support collagen synthesis process. Disclaimer: I am an amazon affiliate and if you use my link to make a purchase within 24 hours, I will make part of the sales. However, I recommend you try to find better deals if you can. The most effective time to take it is after work around 5 to 6pm, anything after that will affect your sleep because it has 100 milligrams of caffeine from natural sources. As far as taste goes, it has mango lemonade, grape, and fruit fiesta. They recommend you add 2 scoops into 10 to 12 fluid ounces of water, but 1 scoop was more than enough for me.