Supplement
Gelatin
SaveA protein derived from collagen-rich animal tissues. Provides glycine and proline, amino acids important for connective tissue, skin, and joint health.
Quick verdict
A whole-food collagen source with reasonable evidence for joint and skin support, though most trials use hydrolyzed collagen peptides rather than plain gelatin.
Evidence score
A rough internal score reflecting quantity, quality, and consistency of human evidence. Not a clinical recommendation.
What the research shows
Gelatin shares amino acid composition with hydrolyzed collagen. Studies on collagen peptides show benefits for joint pain and skin elasticity. Gelatin combined with vitamin C before exercise may enhance collagen synthesis.
Benefits
- Provides glycine and proline for connective tissue repair
- May support joint health and reduce exercise-related joint pain
- Potential skin elasticity improvement
Dosage notes
Typical doses are 10-15 g daily, ideally with vitamin C 30-60 minutes before exercise for collagen synthesis support.
Side effects
- Mild GI bloating
- Unpleasant taste for some users
- Rare allergic reactions
Who should be cautious
Not suitable for vegetarians or vegans. Source quality matters for heavy metal contamination.
What this page cannot tell you
Most clinical evidence uses hydrolyzed collagen peptides, which have better bioavailability than intact gelatin.
Leaderboard scores
- Recovery45
- Pain35
- Muscle25
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