More than 39.9% of Americans live with at least onedigestive disorder¹.
And according to the Rome Foundation Global Study, women aredisproportionately affected.
If you’ve ever battled constant, embarrassing gas, you know how it can makeyou want to avoid social gatherings entirely. Add in:
· Bloating that makes yourclothes feel tight by mid-day
· Acid reflux that seems to flareafter every meal
· Unpredictable bowel habits
· Stomach cramps that stop you inyour tracks
…it’s no wonder quality of life and happiness begin to decline.
Over the years, I’ve heard from many customers who experienced somethingunexpected: after adding Collagen Peptides to their dailyroutine, not only did their mobility improve, but many of their gut troublescalmed down.
I was thrilled for them—though not entirely surprised.
Here’s why.
New research shows that the gut plays a far bigger role in bone strengththan previously thought.
In fact, a whole new scientific field—osteomicrobiology—hasemerged, studying the interplay between the gut microbiome and bone biology.
Why does this matter?
Because targeting and nourishing the gut could become a powerful, alternativeapproach for people facing bone loss².
The epithelium is a specialized tissue covering allinternal and external surfaces of the body. It’s the first checkpoint foranything entering or leaving an organ.
In the gut, the intestinal epithelium serves as:
· A selective barrier, protectingagainst harmful pathogens
· A nutrient gateway, absorbingvitamins, minerals, and fuel from food
· A metabolic hub, helping breakdown and utilize nutrients
· An immune system partner,influencing inflammatory and defense responses³
The epithelial lining is held together by tight junctions—microscopicseals that decide which substances can pass through.
Factors like stress, poor diet, excessive alcohol, antibiotics, andcertain medications can weaken these junctions. When that happens,toxins and pathogens slip through, sparking symptoms like bloating, boweldiscomfort, gas, and irritation.
This is what’s known as “leaky gut.”
When the gut barrier is compromised:
· Harmful substances can leak into the bloodstream
· Systemic inflammation can rise
· Distant organs—including bones—can be affected⁴
Think of it like a spark that sets the gut “on fire”… and that fire doesn’talways stay contained.
Collagen peptides are known for supporting joint and skin health—but theirbenefits may extend deeper.
A two-phase, mixed-methods digital study tested whether 8weeks of bovine-based collagen peptide supplementation could ease digestivesymptoms in healthy women⁵.
The results suggested that collagen peptides may help:
· Strengthen tight junctions in the intestinallining
· Reduce gut permeability (“leaky gut”)
· Calm digestive discomfort
· Potentially influence bone health indirectlythrough improved gut integrity
Your gut isn’t just about digestion—it’s central to your whole-body health,from immunity to bone strength. Supporting it with targeted nutrition likecollagen peptides could be a game-changer, especially for women navigating bothdigestive discomfort and age-related bone concerns.
