Why is Collagen Peptides classified as an ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) product and does it contain any additives?

The powder is made from hydrolyzed bovine collagen that undergoes multiple extraction, filtration and drying steps, which meets the criteria for a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed food. The ingredient list shows only “Bovine collagen peptides” and no added flavors, sweeteners or preservatives, so no discrete additives are present.

Is Collagen Peptides suitable for gluten‑free, keto, or vegan diets?

The product is gluten‑free and contains virtually no carbohydrates or fat, making it compatible with a keto regimen. However, because the protein source is bovine, it is not vegan or vegetarian.

Do the trace amounts of fish, milk, or nuts listed in the label pose a risk for people with those allergies?

The supplement is produced in facilities that also handle fish, milk and nuts, so minute cross‑contamination can occur. While the levels are typically below clinical thresholds, individuals with severe allergies should consult a healthcare professional before use.

Vital Proteins • 24 oz

Collagen Peptides

Beverages

Product Insights

Collagen Peptides is a bovine‑derived protein powder marketed as a dietary supplement that can be mixed with water to create an unsweetened beverage. It falls within the “Beverages” and “Unsweetened beverages” PNNS groups, carries a Nutri‑Score of “not‑applicable” (as supplements are excluded), and is classified as a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed product. Each 100 g provides 90 g of protein with no fat or carbohydrates and only 0.55 g of salt, but the formulation is non‑vegan, contains trace allergens (fish, milk, nuts), and should be regarded as a supplement rather than a balanced meal.

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal350 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Trans Fat0 g

Cholesterol0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average beverage, this collagen powder contains no sugar or fat, over twice the typical salt level (0.55 g vs 0.24 g per 100 g), and roughly 45 times more protein (90 g vs 1.97 g per 100 g).

Ingredients

Bovine collagen peptides

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