{"id":25544,"date":"2021-08-02T18:40:07","date_gmt":"2021-08-02T18:40:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/?p=25544"},"modified":"2025-09-19T17:29:23","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T17:29:23","slug":"best-time-to-take-collagen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/best-time-to-take-collagen\/","title":{"rendered":"When Is the Best Time to Take Collagen? An RD Advises"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Curious about collagen, but don&#8217;t know where to start with this supplement? It&#8217;s (collagen) is everywhere these days. But when should you add this superstar supplement to your regimen? Also, when is the best time to take collagen: morning or night?<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s find out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"products-block -mx-4 md:mx-0 my-10\">\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/product\/15\/collagen-love\" class=\"text-xs text-dark hover:!text-dark flex items-center border border-light rounded p-4 group !no-underline mb-4 relative pb-16 sm:pb-4\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"shrink-0 mr-4\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.humnutrition.com\/assets\/d1c3b520-7dfc-11f0-9f03-1b7d6adea7ad.png\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" class=\"object-cover transition-opacity group-hover:opacity-80 !mb-0\" alt=\"Collagen Love\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"grow pr-4\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"mb-2 flex flex-col sm:flex-row sm:items-center divide-x-0 sm:divide-x divide-light text-sm\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"pt-1 pr-2 flex\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"flex mr-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"mr-1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"17\" height=\"16\"><path d=\"m11.532 4.697 4.353.663c.36.053.664.316.828.64.066.397 0 .791-.288 1.06l-3.157 3.193.745 4.581a1.01 1.01 0 0 1-.39.978c-.3.188-.698.25-1.022.072l-3.888-2.14-3.889 2.14c-.327.178-.724.116-1.024-.072a1.008 1.008 0 0 1-.388-.978l.745-4.581L1 7.06C.713 6.79.646 6.397.713 6c.162-.324.464-.587.827-.64l4.35-.663L7.842.563c.16-.344.5-.563.87-.563.372 0 .711.219.872.563z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"mr-1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"17\" height=\"16\"><path d=\"m11.532 4.697 4.353.663c.36.053.664.316.828.64.066.397 0 .791-.288 1.06l-3.157 3.193.745 4.581a1.01 1.01 0 0 1-.39.978c-.3.188-.698.25-1.022.072l-3.888-2.14-3.889 2.14c-.327.178-.724.116-1.024-.072a1.008 1.008 0 0 1-.388-.978l.745-4.581L1 7.06C.713 6.79.646 6.397.713 6c.162-.324.464-.587.827-.64l4.35-.663L7.842.563c.16-.344.5-.563.87-.563.372 0 .711.219.872.563z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"mr-1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"17\" height=\"16\"><path d=\"m11.532 4.697 4.353.663c.36.053.664.316.828.64.066.397 0 .791-.288 1.06l-3.157 3.193.745 4.581a1.01 1.01 0 0 1-.39.978c-.3.188-.698.25-1.022.072l-3.888-2.14-3.889 2.14c-.327.178-.724.116-1.024-.072a1.008 1.008 0 0 1-.388-.978l.745-4.581L1 7.06C.713 6.79.646 6.397.713 6c.162-.324.464-.587.827-.64l4.35-.663L7.842.563c.16-.344.5-.563.87-.563.372 0 .711.219.872.563z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"mr-1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"17\" height=\"16\"><path d=\"m11.532 4.697 4.353.663c.36.053.664.316.828.64.066.397 0 .791-.288 1.06l-3.157 3.193.745 4.581a1.01 1.01 0 0 1-.39.978c-.3.188-.698.25-1.022.072l-3.888-2.14-3.889 2.14c-.327.178-.724.116-1.024-.072a1.008 1.008 0 0 1-.388-.978l.745-4.581L1 7.06C.713 6.79.646 6.397.713 6c.162-.324.464-.587.827-.64l4.35-.663L7.842.563c.16-.344.5-.563.87-.563.372 0 .711.219.872.563z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"mr-1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"17\" height=\"16\"><path d=\"m8.713 3 1.54 3.61 3.46.58L11.207 10l.588 4-3.082-1.878zm4.555 7.253 3.157-3.193c.288-.269.354-.663.288-1.06-.164-.324-.467-.587-.828-.64l-4.353-.663L9.584.562A.965.965 0 0 0 8.713 0a.965.965 0 0 0-.871.562L5.89 4.697l-4.35.663c-.363.053-.665.316-.827.64-.067.397 0 .791.287 1.06l3.157 3.193-.745 4.581a1.01 1.01 0 0 0 .388.978c.3.188.697.25 1.024.072l3.889-2.14 3.888 2.14c.324.178.721.116 1.021-.072a1.01 1.01 0 0 0 .391-.978z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.5\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"pt-1 sm:pl-2 text-medium\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t195 Reviews\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text-base font-semibold mb-1 group-hover:text-primary\">Collagen Love<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"mb-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tsupports skin elasticity + firmness\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"absolute bottom-4 left-4 right-4 sm:bottom-0 sm:left-0 sm:right-0 sm:relative inline-flex justify-center bg-primary group-hover:bg-primary-light text-white rounded py-3 px-12 leading-none text-center\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"pr-1.5 border-r border-primary-lightest\">$40<\/span><span class=\"pl-1.5\">SHOP NOW<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"self-start\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<h2>First, what is collagen?<\/h2>\n<p>Collagen is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/types-of-collagen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wplink-edit=\"true\">type of protein<\/a> found in animals. In fact, it\u2019s the most abundant <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/why-do-we-need-protein\/\">protein<\/a> in your body.<\/p>\n<p>You can find collagen in your:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>skin<\/li>\n<li>muscles<\/li>\n<li>connective tissues<\/li>\n<li>bones, ligaments + more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can consider collagen as the \u201cglue\u201d that helps hold things together by providing strength and structure to your body.<\/p>\n<p>Collagen is made from amino acids, aka the building blocks of proteins. Although collagen isn&#8217;t a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/why-do-we-need-protein\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">complete protein<\/a>\u2014meaning it doesn&#8217;t contain <em>all<\/em> essential amino acids\u2014collagen is still a great source of protein.<\/p>\n<p><img data-dominant-color=\"a89789\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #a89789;\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25586 aligncenter not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/When-is-the-best-time-to-take-collagen-The-Wellnest-by-HUM-Nutrition.jpg\" alt=\"Woman out of shower looking at collagen loss via wrinkles\" width=\"770\" height=\"503\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>When is the best time to start taking collagen?<\/h2>\n<p>Natural collagen production in your body begins to slow by the age of 25. For that reason, this age is an ideal <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/this-is-what-your-period-is-saying-about-your-health\/\">period<\/a> for when you should take collagen. (That said, remember that it&#8217;s never too late to start!)<\/p>\n<p>From then on, collagen production decreases at a rate of <a href=\"https:\/\/parjournal.net\/article\/view\/3863\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">one percent per year<\/a>, accelerating in women after <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/natural-relief-from-menopause-symptoms\/\">menopause<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>You may begin to notice lower collagen levels via:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>sagging skin<\/li>\n<li>fine lines + wrinkles<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/how-to-repair-damaged-hair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">brittle hair<\/a> + nails<\/li>\n<li>weaker joints<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Several factors accelerate collagen breakdown, including but not limited to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>an inflammatory diet<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/doctor-rogers-skincare-myths\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sun exposure<\/a><\/li>\n<li>stress<\/li>\n<li>inadequate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/mighty-night\/\">sleep<\/a><\/li>\n<li>smoking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To help avoid this, eat a nourishing diet rich in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/anti-inflammatory-lifestyle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">anti-inflammatory whole foods<\/a>, like vegetables, fruit, whole grains, lean protein, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/healthy-fats-list\/\">healthy fats<\/a>. Also, when possible, wear proper sun protection, work on stress management, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/the-sleep-doctor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">prioritize good sleep hygiene<\/a>, and quit smoking.<\/p>\n<p>Yet since we can&#8217;t avoid all factors that accelerate collagen loss, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/collagen-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">supplementing with collagen<\/a> can be beneficial. Before you notice any signs of collagen loss, you may wish to add a collagen supplement to your routine\u2014especially if you struggle with getting enough protein in your diet.<\/p>\n<h2>What time of the day is best to take collagen?<\/h2>\n<p>So, you&#8217;re convinced a collagen supplement can be beneficial for you to support your skin and wellness goals. But what\u2019s the best time of day to take collagen <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/what-vitamins-and-supplements-should-i-take\/\">supplements<\/a>?<\/p>\n<p>Spoiler alert: According to current research, it doesn\u2019t really matter.<\/p>\n<p>Limited scientific evidence is presently available speaking to the best time to take collagen. However, as is the case with most supplements, consistency (read: taken daily over an extended period of time) is key to experience the results you want.<\/p>\n<h3>Morning<\/h3>\n<p>Some claim that taking collagen in the morning on an empty stomach is best because protein requires stomach acid for absorption. However, the truth is that your body can digest protein at any time.<\/p>\n<p>Protein <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/how-digestion-works\/\">digestion<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/how-digestion-works\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">begins in the mouth and continues in the stomach<\/a>. Your stomach is always at an acidic pH to help digest food\u2014including collagen\u2014so the time of day isn&#8217;t as significant.<\/p>\n<h3>Night<\/h3>\n<p>Others say it\u2019s best to take collagen supplements in the evening so your body has time to repair, but they also seem to miss the mark.<\/p>\n<p>Your body will absorb and utilize the amino acids that it needs the most, and you don&#8217;t need to be asleep for this benefit.<\/p>\n<p><img data-dominant-color=\"cbbebb\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #cbbebb;\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25587 aligncenter not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/When-to-take-collagen-The-Wellnest-by-HUM-Nutrition.jpg\" alt=\"Woman's hand holding a collagen supplement\" width=\"770\" height=\"494\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>The Bottom Line<\/h2>\n<p>While you may be curious to discover the best time to take collagen, the answer is simple: Timing matters significantly less than consistency and quality.<\/p>\n<p>Now that you know when to take collagen (daily!), it&#8217;s time to choose the best collagen supplement for you. HUM has two high-quality collagen supplements to choose from: Collagen Love and Collagen Pop.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/product\/15\/collagen-love\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Collagen Love<\/a> is a swallowable collagen capsule from bovine sources. It&#8217;s packed with types I and III collagen, plus vitamin C, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/hyaluronic-acid\/\">hyaluronic acid<\/a>, chondroitin sulfate, and antioxidant red wine and grape seed extracts.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/product\/51\/collagen-pop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Collagen Pop<\/a> is a dissolvable tablet that features marine collagen and vitamin C in a drinkable strawberry and lemon flavor. The combination of collagen plus vitamin C helps <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/collagen-fix\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">boost collagen production<\/a> and lock in moisture to hydrate skin.<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"cta-block -mx-4 md:mx-0 my-10 p-px md:rounded bg-white text-black relative  bg-no-repeat bg-cover aspect-[83\/48]\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BlogBackground_Quiz.jpg);\" >\n\n\t<div class=\"p-4 sm:p-6 w-[70%] md:w-2\/3\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text-2xl md:text-3xl font-display font-bold uppercase\">Build Your Supplement Routine<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"btn btn-large btn-primary mt-4 md:mt-8 !no-underline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/get_started\" target=\"_blank\">Take The HUM Quiz<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Curious about collagen, but don&#8217;t know where to start with this supplement? It&#8217;s (collagen) is everywhere these days. But when should you add this superstar supplement to your regimen? Also, when is the best time to take collagen: morning or night? Let\u2019s find out. First, what is collagen? 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