Ritual Scoop

The upgrade for your daily wellness ritual: elegant, golden measuring spoon from Ancient + Brave. Simply and stylishly measure 5 g of your favorite products.

• Made of stainless steel with a golden coating.
• Dimensions: 145mm x 35mm x 22mm

The Ritual Scoop is also a lovely gift for your best wellness buddy. And if you want to give your wellness friend a very special gift, best combine it with the Ritual Jar.

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Ingredients

Made of stainless steel with a golden coating.
Dimensions: 145mm x 35mm x 22mm

For every purchase you make, Ancient & Brave donates 1% to the planet and another 1% to charitable organizations selected by Ancient & Brave.

Collagen FAQ

• IS WILD-CAUGHT COLLAGEN BETTER FOR YOU?

Wild-caught fish are more likely to have a better nutrient profile due to their natural diet and active lifestyle compared to farmed fish. Farmed fish are often fed grains or pellets and kept in small enclosures. This can mean they are at greater risk of disease and are often treated with antibiotics and, in some cases, hormones. Our fish are caught in the wild, free from hormones and antibiotics, and sustainably sourced from the North Atlantic.

• WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MARINE AND BOVINE COLLAGEN?

There are some important differences between marine collagen and bovine collagen, which are outlined in our magazine article here. Ultimately, marine collagen and bovine collagen are equally effective – one is not better than the other, but rather a matter of dietary preference and quality. As long as the supplement quality is high, the source does not really affect the benefits you receive.

One of the biggest advantages of marine collagen is its similarity to human collagen. Marine collagen has a high similarity to the amino acid profile of human collagen. The peptide molecules are also very small, which means it may be efficiently absorbed and easily digestible, which can be an important factor if you have absorption issues or digestive discomfort. From a dietary perspective, wild collagen is ideal for people who follow pescatarian or halal diets.

While many studies claim that the main difference between marine collagen and bovine collagen is the type of collagen (e.g., type 1 or 3), our True Collagen (bovine) contains only type 1 peptides – just like our Wild Collagen (marine). Importantly, type 1 collagen is the most common in the body, meaning it is broken down and effectively contributes to healing and rebuilding tissue. Bovine collagen is also free from the 14 major allergens, making it a preferred choice for people with shellfish or fish allergies.

• IS COLLAGEN STILL EFFECTIVE WHEN ADDED TO HOT DRINKS?

The simple answer is: Yes! This does not mean collagen is completely indestructible by heat, but it is very stable. According to a study published in the Biophysical Journal, the amount of heat required to destroy collagen is not found in your kitchen. The collagen samples used in the study only began to break down at 300 degrees Celsius – boiling water is only 100 degrees, so your hot drink should not affect the peptides.

• WHAT ARE HYDROLYZED PEPTIDES?

Our True Collagen contains hydrolyzed collagen peptides, which are a more bioavailable and absorbable form of amino acids, so they can be more easily utilized by our body. Collagen naturally occurs as a very large, complex molecule made up of many long chains of polypeptides. The collagen molecule itself is too large to be absorbed through the intestinal wall, so it must be broken down into smaller chains called peptides during digestion. Once these peptides are absorbed, they can contribute to collagen renewal in bones, skin, and connective tissue. "Hydrolyzed" simply means that the long protein strands are broken down into smaller "peptides" so we can absorb them more easily. This process is like a "pre-digestion" that makes the proteins more bioactive, allowing us to easily take them up and absorb them to build important tissues.

• WHEN SHOULD I START TAKING COLLAGEN?

We know that the body's ability to produce collagen begins to decline in the early 20s. From around age 40, collagen is likely broken down faster than our body can produce it. Therefore, it may make more sense to start taking collagen in your early 20s rather than waiting until you are older. But just because you are past your 20s doesn’t mean it’s not worth taking now. Almost everyone can benefit from collagen, regardless of age or condition. If you are in the older age group, over 45 years old, you should increase your daily collagen intake.

• IS COLLAGEN GOOD FOR MENOPAUSE?

Collagen production is closely linked to fluctuations in estrogen levels, and when estrogen drops, collagen production also decreases. It is estimated that up to 30% of skin collagen is lost in the first 5 years of menopause. However, supplementation with type 1 collagen peptides has been shown to stimulate natural collagen production and improve skin elasticity, hydrate the skin, and reduce lines and wrinkles. But collagen offers much more than just cosmetic effects – from improved bone density (also a concern during menopause) to better joint health and cardiovascular benefits, it can support the body during such a significant change.

• IS IT SAFE TO TAKE WILD COLLAGEN DURING PREGNANCY OR BREASTFEEDING?

You should always consult your doctor or midwife when taking new supplements during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Although there are no studies due to ethical concerns with research on pregnant women, we are not aware of any contraindications for taking our products during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and they should be well tolerated.

• CAN COLLAGEN SUPPLEMENTS CAUSE WEIGHT GAIN?

In short: No. Collagen can even be an important aid in maintaining a healthy weight. Collagen is a protein, and it has been scientifically proven to promote a longer feeling of fullness. It has also been shown to boost metabolism by helping build lean muscle mass, which in turn helps the body burn calories more efficiently.

• DOES COLLAGEN SURVIVE STOMACH ACID?

Stomach acid plays an important role in breaking down proteins, yet it is unlikely that hydrolyzed collagen peptides are digested in the stomach at all; instead, they are absorbed in the small intestine. In the small intestine, enzymes work to break down chains of protein molecules, called peptides, into even shorter peptides and amino acids, which can then be absorbed into the bloodstream. The peptides and amino acids are added to the amino acid pool and stimulate the body to produce new collagen.