Why Zeotein Combines Collagen Peptides and Bone Broth Protein

Why Zeotein Combines Collagen Peptides and Bone Broth Protein

Understanding the Protein Sources in Zeotein Cacao

When comparing protein powders, it helps to look beyond the amount of protein on the front of the package.

The protein sources listed in a formula help you understand what types of protein it contains.

Zeotein Cacao uses two animal-based protein sources:

  • Collagen peptides
  • Bone broth protein

Both are part of the Cacao formula, alongside the other listed ingredients.


What Are Collagen Peptides?

Collagen is a protein naturally found in the body and in animal-derived foods.

Collagen peptides are collagen that has been processed into smaller peptide forms. They are commonly used as an ingredient in protein powders and other nutrition products.

Collagen peptides are made up of amino acids, including:

  • Glycine
  • Proline
  • Hydroxyproline

For consumers comparing protein powders, the important point is to look at which protein sources are actually listed in the ingredient list.


What Is Bone Broth Protein?

Bone broth protein is another animal-derived protein ingredient used in some nutrition products.

It is made from bone broth that is processed into a powdered ingredient.

In Zeotein Cacao, bone broth protein is included alongside collagen peptides as one of the formula's protein sources.

Together, these ingredients make up the animal-based protein sources listed in the Cacao formula.


Why Does Zeotein Cacao Use Both?

Zeotein Cacao combines collagen peptides and bone broth protein rather than relying on a single protein source.

The ingredient list includes:

  • Collagen peptides
  • Bone broth protein
  • MCT powder
  • Sea moss
  • Zeolite
  • Cacao

Each ingredient is listed as part of the overall formula.

For consumers, looking at the complete ingredient list provides more context than focusing on the protein amount alone.


How to Compare Protein Sources in a Protein Powder

If you're comparing protein powders, start with the ingredient list and Supplement Facts panel.

Look for:

1. What are the protein sources?
Check whether the formula uses collagen, dairy proteins, plant proteins, bone broth protein, or other protein ingredients.

2. How much protein is in each serving?
Check the Protein amount in the Supplement Facts panel.

3. What other ingredients are included?
Look at the complete ingredient list rather than focusing on one ingredient.

4. What type of formula fits your preferences?
Consider the protein sources, ingredients, flavor, dietary preferences, and how you plan to use the product.

This makes it easier to compare products based on the information actually provided on the label.


Why Zeotein Cacao Uses Animal-Based Protein Sources

Zeotein offers different formulas with different protein sources.

Zeotein Cacao uses:

  • Collagen peptides
  • Bone broth protein

Zeotein Vegan uses:

  • Hemp protein
  • Pumpkin seed protein

The formulas are different, so checking the individual ingredient list is the best way to understand which protein sources are used in each one.


A Simpler Way to Read a Protein Powder Label

Protein powders can have ingredient lists that look complicated at first.

A simple place to start is:

What are the protein sources?

What other ingredients are included?

How much protein is in a serving?

What is the serving size?

Does the formula fit what you're looking for?

Understanding the ingredient list can make it easier to compare protein powders and choose a formula based on the information that matters to you.

At Zeotein, we believe knowing what's in the formula makes it easier to understand what you're choosing.

Know what's in the formula and understand what you're choosing.

— Andrew Schoenwetter
Co-Founder, Zeotein

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