Br J Nutr October 2015 PMID 26353786

Collagen peptide supplementation in combination with resistance training improves body composition and increases muscle strength in elderly sarcopenic men: a randomised controlled trial.

Denise Zdzieblik, Steffen Oesser, Manfred W Baumstark, Albert Gollhofer, Daniel König

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Overall, the discussions demonstrate a mix of support and skepticism, with phrases like 'supercharge your collagen production' showing positive interest and others criticizing the study's plausibility, such as 'shocking lack of chutzpa' and calls for critical letters. The tone fluctuates between curiosity, praise, and doubt, reflecting engagement and questioning of the research's validity and impact in the context of dietary supplements and muscle health.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the findings, with some expressing skepticism about the effectiveness of collagen supplements.

InterestModerate interest

Posts show moderate curiosity, highlighting potential benefits and referencing the study’s results.

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Many participants actively debate, share personal opinions, and question the credibility, indicating deep engagement.

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The debates and references to dissemination efforts suggest the study influences opinions and discussions around collagen's effectiveness and marketing.

Abstract in brief

  • This study found that taking collagen peptides along with resistance training helps improve muscle mass, strength, and body composition in elderly men with sarcopenia more effectively than resistance training alone.
  • All participants showed gains in muscle and bone mass, strength, and motor control after 12 weeks, but those who took collagen peptides experienced even greater improvements.
  • The results suggest that collagen peptide supplementation can be a beneficial addition to resistance training programs aimed at combating age-related muscle loss and improving physical function in older adults.

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Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

That this paper still exists as a published article shows a shocking lack of chutzpa by the Editors at BJN... collagen is > steroids (plus sibutramine) Collagen peptide supplementation in combination with resistance training improves body composition and increases muscle

Sep 20, 2023 · 103 likes · 23 shares · 56,067 followers View post →
Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

The incredible "Collagen peptide supplementation in combination with resistance training improves body composition and increases muscle strength in elderly sarcopenic men" https://t.co/2WPhYv8C5L When challenged https://t.co/r5eaBccXCF I'm still waiting for a reply... When https://t.co/C4OJNQYo00

Nov 13, 2023 · 74 likes · 9 shares · 56,067 followers View post →
Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

Note that these implausible results: https://t.co/PFfc0uxe2v that we called out in a letter https://t.co/OB5MwKjFOE still without any reply reasoned or otherwise #collagenfluff https://t.co/1dBlSzPOQG

Aug 15, 2020 · 32 likes · 5 shares · 56,067 followers View post →
guzmannutrition
@guzmannutrition · X

Nice series of studies on collagen and whey protein supplementation related to muscle protein synthesis in older adults. https://t.co/BNTvRlgpR1 https://t.co/9McUFJH9VP https://t.co/qBnGRp6Wox https://t.co/FjR6LZfj2v #aging #protein #muscle #whey #collagen @mackinprof https://t.co/JAxQmq59BW

Aug 15, 2020 · 11 likes · 3 shares · 6,197 followers View post →
Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

@FusionProgGuy @scottcarlinpt @KCKlatt @langernutrition Collagen is a marketing coup. It used to be a waste product that has now been turned into a ‘super’ protein… one notorious example is this study https://t.co/PFfc0uxLS3 and our letter to the editor on their miraculous data https://t.co/wynSUzYBTy still no reply

Oct 25, 2022 · 9 likes · 2 shares · 56,067 followers View post →
Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

@NanciGuestRDPhD @langernutrition @RossPunya @AbbeysKitchen @dlisforrest Like this rubbish https://t.co/PFfc0uxe2v showing changes in body comp better than steroids (a lot better)... and only 15g of collagen plus RT Our letter highlighting the implausible results https://t.co/OB5MwKjFOE still with no reply!

Dec 15, 2020 · 7 likes · 56,067 followers View post →

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Sue Petersen | Clinical Nutritionist
@HealthSimple_ · X

Supercharge your collagen production by 50% with the combined efforts of resistance training and collagen peptide supplementation. https://t.co/D1fGLNktwC

Feb 5, 2025 · 7,666 followers View post →
James DiNicolantonio
@drjamesdinic · X

@Sjshsjsjs194309 @joerogan Who’s laughing now “Our data demonstrate that compared with placebo, collagen peptide supplementation in combination with resistance training further improved body composition by increasing FFM, muscle strength and the loss in FM.” https://t.co/V4i8iRGGDM “HC-II reduces pain,

Feb 4, 2025 · 2 likes · 208,276 followers View post →
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@MindYourSci · X

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Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

The incredible "Collagen peptide supplementation in combination with resistance training improves body composition and increases muscle strength in elderly sarcopenic men" https://t.co/2WPhYv8C5L When challenged https://t.co/r5eaBccXCF I'm still waiting for a reply... When https://t.co/C4OJNQYo00

Nov 13, 2023 · 74 likes · 9 shares · 56,067 followers View post →
Fusion Prog Guy @ fusionprogguy.bsky.social
@FusionProgGuy · X

RT @mackinprof: That this paper still exists as a published article shows a shocking lack of chutzpa by the Editors at BJN... collagen is >…

Sep 22, 2023 · 23 shares · 1,591 followers View post →
Elias de França
@eliasdefranca · X

RT @mackinprof: That this paper still exists as a published article shows a shocking lack of chutzpa by the Editors at BJN... collagen is >…

Sep 21, 2023 · 23 shares · 63 followers View post →
Vijay Ramachandran
@vijay750 · X

RT @mackinprof: That this paper still exists as a published article shows a shocking lack of chutzpa by the Editors at BJN... collagen is >…

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Lee Zheng Yii
@lzyii · X

RT @mackinprof: That this paper still exists as a published article shows a shocking lack of chutzpa by the Editors at BJN... collagen is >…

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Weldon
@Rocker75W · X

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Christian Tams MS RD LDN
@ChristianTams · X

RT @mackinprof: That this paper still exists as a published article shows a shocking lack of chutzpa by the Editors at BJN... collagen is >…

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Kevin C. Klatt, PhD, RD
@KCKlatt · X

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eddy
@eddychaco · X

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GDLeahy
@GDLeahy · X

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Joe Garma
@joegarma · X

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Greg Lehman
@GregLehman · X

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Pissed Off PT
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Jake Mey, PhD, RD
@CakeNutrition · X

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Chris Tack
@Allpowersphysio · X

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Jesus
@Jesus_Jero · X

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@Gretsky_Compton · X

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Gregory Miller, Ph.D.
@drdairy50 · X

RT @mackinprof: That this paper still exists as a published article shows a shocking lack of chutzpa by the Editors at BJN... collagen is >…

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Drew Price
@Drewtrition · X

RT @mackinprof: That this paper still exists as a published article shows a shocking lack of chutzpa by the Editors at BJN... collagen is >…

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Marius Loots
@MaeztroML · X

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Shawn Phillips
@Shawn_Phillips · X

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DrDeaRoberts
@DrDeaRoberts · X

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Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

That this paper still exists as a published article shows a shocking lack of chutzpa by the Editors at BJN... collagen is > steroids (plus sibutramine) Collagen peptide supplementation in combination with resistance training improves body composition and increases muscle

Sep 20, 2023 · 103 likes · 23 shares · 56,067 followers View post →
Abnormally high testoserone alpha male
@highTalphamale · X

Did you know that taking collagen supplements can help increase muscle mass and strength? A study found that older men who took collagen supplements and performed resistance training experienced a significant increase in muscle mass and strength. (Link: https://t.co/qUbw3P0Hyq)

Mar 10, 2023 · 174 followers View post →
Bhopender Thakur
@TheBhupiThakur · X

RT @mackinprof: @TheBhupiThakur @DannyLum82 @MuscleScience Nothing for muscle? Woah, I thought that collagen worked miracles?? https://t.co…

Feb 6, 2023 · 1 share · 1,361 followers View post →
Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

@TheBhupiThakur @DannyLum82 @MuscleScience Nothing for muscle? Woah, I thought that collagen worked miracles?? https://t.co/PFfc0uxe2v... Still with no response from the authors https://t.co/wynSUzY440 Tendon... not my tissue (more from @MuscleScience), but interesting small effect. I await the big RCT!

Feb 5, 2023 · 4 likes · 1 share · 56,067 followers View post →
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@erlesen · X

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@iRajMakhija · X

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Reiner 
@erlesen · X

Collagen peptide supplementation in combination with resistance training improves body composition and increases muscle strength in elderly sarcopenic men: a randomised controlled trial (2015 Oct 28) https://t.co/CdrqvB4RN2 5 possible benefits of collagen https://t.co/RfDC1ye9vz

Nov 5, 2022 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 7,863 followers View post →
Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

@FusionProgGuy @scottcarlinpt @KCKlatt @langernutrition Collagen is a marketing coup. It used to be a waste product that has now been turned into a ‘super’ protein… one notorious example is this study https://t.co/PFfc0uxLS3 and our letter to the editor on their miraculous data https://t.co/wynSUzYBTy still no reply

Oct 25, 2022 · 9 likes · 2 shares · 56,067 followers View post →
Coach Gordon
@GordonGManning · X

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Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

@NanciGuestRDPhD @langernutrition @RossPunya @AbbeysKitchen @dlisforrest Like this rubbish https://t.co/PFfc0uxe2v showing changes in body comp better than steroids (a lot better)... and only 15g of collagen plus RT Our letter highlighting the implausible results https://t.co/OB5MwKjFOE still with no reply!

Dec 15, 2020 · 7 likes · 56,067 followers View post →
Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

@DrJenniferReed @sherrylgrace @ProfJohnBuckley @UWisloff @trinemoholdt @DrScottLear @SPrinceWare @walkabilly @dsquintana @Dr_Burr @stuart_biddle @MartinMacInnis @gibalam @nicolekeithphd @skppowers Highly dependent on the point of the letter: 1) The authors got it wrong? 2) The authors misinterpreted the data? 3) Supportive - good paper, we need more! This paper: https://t.co/1ShlzAsnY0 Our letter (1 and 2): https://t.co/ch3gkC5LBl No reply (to date)

Oct 1, 2020 · 5 likes · 56,067 followers View post →
Andrew Jagim, PhD
@AJagim · X

RT @guzmannutrition: Nice series of studies on collagen and whey protein supplementation related to muscle protein synthesis in older adult…

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Nanci Guest PhD, RD, CSCS
@NanciGuestRDPhD · X

RT @mackinprof: Note that these implausible results: https://t.co/PFfc0uxe2v that we called out in a letter https://t.co/OB5MwKjFOE still w…

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Kevin Tipton
@proftipper · X

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Aug 15, 2020 · 5 shares · 18,208 followers View post →
Prof Graeme L. Close
@close_nutrition · X

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@jbrtan · X

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Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

Note that these implausible results: https://t.co/PFfc0uxe2v that we called out in a letter https://t.co/OB5MwKjFOE still without any reply reasoned or otherwise #collagenfluff https://t.co/1dBlSzPOQG

Aug 15, 2020 · 32 likes · 5 shares · 56,067 followers View post →
Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

RT @guzmannutrition: Nice series of studies on collagen and whey protein supplementation related to muscle protein synthesis in older adult…

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Jeffery Heileson
@jheilesonRD · X

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guzmannutrition
@guzmannutrition · X

Nice series of studies on collagen and whey protein supplementation related to muscle protein synthesis in older adults. https://t.co/BNTvRlgpR1 https://t.co/9McUFJH9VP https://t.co/qBnGRp6Wox https://t.co/FjR6LZfj2v #aging #protein #muscle #whey #collagen @mackinprof https://t.co/JAxQmq59BW

Aug 15, 2020 · 11 likes · 3 shares · 6,197 followers View post →
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@orangebobevil · X

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Wendy
@WendyAtTheBay · X

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