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Collagen Repair

When should I take Collagen Repair?

Our Collagen Repair can be taken at any time of day. The authors of a study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition investigated whether taking gelatin and vitamin C before exercise could increase collagen production. They concluded t

Why does Collagen Repair contain Vitamin C?

When formulating PILLAR Collagen Repair, vitamin C is added because it is a cofactor required for the creation of all three main collagen types. A review released via the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine found that vitamin C helped stabilise co

Is Collagen Repair suitable for vegans?

PILLAR Collagen Repair is bovine derived, so it is unfortunately not suitable for vegans.

What is Tendoforte®

PILLAR Collagen Repair features Tendoforte® which are bio-active collagen peptides, clinically tested to significantly strengthen tendons and ligaments.

Why is collagen supplementation important for injury prevention?

For athletes, acute soft-tissue injuries, those affecting muscles, tendons and ligaments, are extremely common and result from fibre degeneration or commonly known as overuse.These injuries are frustrating for athletes as they are slow to recover. Hi

Why should athletes use Tendoforte® Collagen Peptides specifically?

TENDOFORTE®, Bioactive Collagen Peptides® from GELITA, Germany, are specifically designed to increase the health and quality of ligaments and tendons. Pre-clinical and clinical trials show the positive effects of TENDOFORTE®, especially when combined

How do Tendoforte® Collagen Peptides work?

GELITA Bioactive Collagen Peptides® (BCP) are a composition of different specific peptides optimised for specific physiological benefits. The peptides are derived from a highly controlled production process of collagen which is determined by hydrolys

Can Collagen Repair also help with healing from injury?

TENDOFORTE®, the Bioactive Collagen Peptides® in PILLAR Collagen Repair have been clinically tested to significantly strengthen tendons and ligaments, helping to both prevent injury AND support fast return from injury. Collagen is rich in essential a

Does PILLAR Collagen Repair contain hydrolysed collagen?

Yes, PILLAR Collagen Repair does contain hydrolysed collagen. Our Collagen Repair features clinically trialled Tendoforte® bio-active peptides. The peptides are derived from a highly controlled production process of collagen which is determined by hy