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Hydrolysed Type 2 collagen is collagen that has been processed less than standard collagen meaning its characteristics are maintained. It is broken down into smaller amino acid chains making it more easily absorbed by the body. In this form it is highly effective and a much more beneficial version for joint health than hydrolysed Type 1 marine, and hydrolysed Type 3 bovine sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Type II collagen so effective for joints? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydrolysed Type II collagen is ideal for supporting joint health as it is packed full of protein and vital nutrients, specifically the amino acids arginine, glutamine, glycine, and proline all essential for joint health. Type II collagen is one type of collagen protein found in the human body that helps to build connective tissues, cartilage and bones. It is the most important collagen for joint health as it makes up about 85-90% of the articular cartilage collagen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it work?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType II collagen administered orally is absorbed by the body and used to maintain healthy cartilage. It supplies the amino acids needed to support joint tissue. In turn this gives the body a better chance to support joint damage, and can provide joint comfort to areas of tissue that are less healthy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Type II collagen so important as your dog gets older?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs your dog ages their body produces less collagen, and existing collagen breaks down at a faster rate. The collagen is also lower in quality than when they were younger. This can result in tired achy joints less efficient at recovering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect partner to our Joint Plus Pro and Joint Plus HA product, our Type II collagen will provide an added boost to your joint care regime, supporting healthy cartilage, helping to promote strong and healthy joints, and supporting day to day recovery in very active dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riaflex","offers":[{"title":"Type II Collagen 90g","offer_id":58522314801477,"sku":"collagen90g","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Type II Collagen 250g","offer_id":58522314834245,"sku":"collagen250","price":49.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Palatability sample","offer_id":58522314867013,"sku":"Collagensample1","price":3.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1069\/6979\/2837\/files\/Type-2-collagen-new.avif?v=1783673788"},{"product_id":"uc-il-collagen","title":"UC-II Collagen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced joint collagen, clinically proven\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect partner to our entire canine range, UC-II® collagen provides a powerful additional layer of joint support. This clinically studied ingredient helps maintain healthy cartilage, supports strong and flexible joints, and aids everyday recovery at just 40mg per day. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike standard bovine and marine collagen supplements, UC-II® is a unique form of undenatured Type II collagen that works through a completely different and far more targeted biological pathway. We combine it with manganese and Vitamin C to enhance and maximise joint support.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow does UC-II® work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUC-II® collagen works via a process called oral tolerance, a natural immune system response that supports joint health from within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs we age, the immune system can become over reactive and begin to mistakenly target the body’s own cartilage. This low grade immune activity contributes to stiffness, discomfort and cartilage breakdown over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen undenatured Type II collagen is taken orally, it interacts with immune cells in the gut. This helps “re-educate” the immune system so it becomes less reactive towards joint cartilage. Clinical studies show that UC-II® collagen can significantly:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce joint discomfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprove joint function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide long-term cartilage protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis effect is seen at just 40mg per day, making it one of the most efficient collagen supplements for joint care. 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