Andrew Huberman· PhD
Whey protein always seems to kick collagen's ass for muscle-related outcomes, but that's not what we're taking collagen for.
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The headline is broadly defensible, but the qualifications matter. Effect sizes vary by population, the strongest claims rest on shorter trials, and credible voices push back on how it's typically framed.
Whey protein always seems to kick collagen's ass for muscle-related outcomes, but that's not what we're taking collagen for.
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There are multiple systematic reviews showing the benefits of collagen on various skin outcomes, which are debated of course. Whey protein always seems to kick collagen's ass for muscle-related outcomes, but that's not what we're taking collagen for.