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UC-II (Undenatured Type II Collagen)

Joint Support · Evidence: Limited · Importance: Optional

A small-dose collagen form studied for joint comfort via a different mechanism than peptides.

Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.

What the evidence says

Some small trials suggest joint-comfort benefits; more research needed.

Typical dose & timing

Dose: ~40 mg/day in studies.

Timing: Daily, consistent.

Role in a stack

Joint-comfort supplement.

Redundancy check: Distinct from peptide collagen — don’t assume they’re interchangeable.

Cautions & safety

Different from collagen peptides; evidence is preliminary.

Generally tolerated. Educational only — not medical advice.

Best for

joint-comfort interest

Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.