Why Quality Matters
In today’s health-conscious world, collagen supplements are everywhere. But not all collagen is created equal. If you’re comparing AiOra 05 Cartilage Collagen to marine collagen or standard beef collagen, here’s what you need to know.
It All Starts with the Source
AiOra 05 Cartilage Collagen is made from 100% New Zealand, grass-fed, free-range cattle, specifically from tracheal and scapular cartilage.
This isn’t just any leftover by-product, it’s certified food-grade, export-quality raw material packed with natural compounds like Type II collagen, chondroitin sulphate, and proteoglycans.
The Problem with Other Collagen Sources
- Standard Beef Collagen: Most beef collagen supplements come from the hides (skin) of the animal which are often low-grade waste products with unknown origins.
- Marine Collagen: Typically sourced from fish skins and scales, often imported from mixed or untraceable sources.
These lower-quality raw materials require aggressive processing with harsh solvents, acids, and bleaching to become usable. In contrast, AiOra’s cartilage collagen undergoes gentle processing, preserving its natural structure (known as "native" or "undenatured" collagen), which may offer superior benefits.
What is Bovine Cartilage?
Cartilage is a natural shock absorber. It’s a strong and flexible tissue typically found as a cushioning layer around joints, so it makes sense that collagen from cartilage is especially beneficial for joint health. Here’s how AiOra 05 stands out:
- Rich in chondroitin sulphate to support cartilage repair.
- Contains high levels of native type II collagen to help modulate the immune response, protecting joints from further damage.
- Supports cartilage regeneration by providing the exact building blocks your joints need.
Skin Benefits: More Than Just Hydration
Bovine cartilage collagen offers unique advantages:
- Boosts Elasticity - Type II collagen in bovine cartilage helps to support skin structure and elasticity.
- Promotes skin hydration - the proteoglycans in cartilage help lock in moisture, helping to keep skin plump and youthful.
If you want clean, high-quality collagen with joint and skin benefits, AiOra 05 Cartilage Collagen is the superior choice. Unlike marine collagen (which relies on questionable sourcing) or standard beef collagen (made from hides), cartilage collagen delivers the most bioactive, natural form of collagen. Exactly what your body needs.
