Agelin Bodybalance is a food supplement that provides 15 grams of collagen per sachet, Bodybalance quality (BCP - Bioactive Collagen Peptides): these are specific peptides derived from collagen. The intact molecules of Collagen are subjected to a standardized process of hydrolysis (cutting) which determines the formation of smaller molecules, which are more easily absorbed and bioavailable. Collagen is a ubiquitous protein, the most represented in the body, a fundamental constituent of structures such as muscles, cartilage, bones, skin. Collagen consists of 3 polypeptide chains, which are referred to as α-chains, wrapped around each other to form triple-stranded macromolecules. The raw material used for the production of collagen peptides is always collagen protein, but these peptides, unlike collagen, are relatively small molecules, with a molecular weight of less than 10,000 g/mol, and comprise anywhere from two to 100 amino acids. . They are characterized by excellent solubility in cold water and, even in highly concentrated solutions, do not form a gel. This particular collagen protein hydrolyzate contained in Agelin is developed by the prestigious leading company in the production of collagen, GELITA.

It has an extraordinary bioavailability, which allows a completely effective oral intake. Peptides are in fact absorbed rapidly in the small intestine, a mechanism that can be fundamental during post-exercise recovery. The exact mechanism of action of the chosen Bodybalance collagen hydrolysates is still under investigation, but current research has highlighted a further role that this specific composition of peptides has in our body, not only as a "structural" protein, but also as a functional unit of muscle and in metabolic processes. Specifically, in support of its effectiveness, Bodybalance has several interesting studies on its side that demonstrate its "boosting" effect, in conjunction with constant physical exercise. GELITA's BCPs include several specific peptides, optimized for the improvement of body health. They are in fact able to directly stimulate the metabolism of the target connective tissue cells, involved in the biosynthesis of collagen.

The benefits obtained from the use of BCP on the extracellular matrix are essentially based on 2 mechanisms: Stimulation of cellular metabolism; Supply of specific amino acids of collagen to be used as "blocks" for the structural construction. This turns out to be very important for two particular processes: the fight against sarcopenia and the achievement of an optimal body composition. Recent investigations have revealed that BODYBALANCE® peptides are able to significantly stimulate the mTOR pathway. The activity and availability of this protein are essential for protein metabolism. It is in fact the protein metabolism that ensures the balance between protein synthesis and degradation: greater synthesis indicates anabolism, therefore building lean tissue, while greater degradation indicates catabolism, therefore reduction of lean tissue.

Furthermore, BODYBALANCE also influences fat metabolism. A sufficient energy intake is mandatory for the proliferation of muscle cells and the synthesis of new tissue. The AMPK enzyme is responsible for the transfer of energy into muscle cells: a stimulation of AMPK therefore results in an increase in the metabolism of fatty acids, which will supply more energy to the cells and will result in a reduction in fat mass.

Thanks to its specific composition and its excellent bioavailability, BODYBALANCE therefore stimulates both fat and muscle metabolism, leading as a final result to obtaining a better body composition.