For collagen to be absorbed in the intestines and thus enter the bloodstream, it is important to break down the collagen molecules into smaller pieces. This occurs during hydrolysis, where our collagen is broken down into tiny peptides .

We hydrolyze three times. This makes these microscopic collagen fragments so tiny ( <1,000 Dalton molecular size ) that they are absorbed directly by the intestine, thus enabling optimal bioavailability in the body.

The ideal molecular size of HAV collagen, even compared to conventional boivine collagen from pigs or poultry, generally allows for 1.5 times more effective (1) absorption in the body.

Very small peptides (<1,000 DA) do enter the bloodstream extremely quickly, but are broken down just as rapidly . The desired effects are therefore not always achieved. HAV has an ideal mix of short and medium-length peptides for optimal residence time and bioavailability in the body.