Throughout most of human history, pork, along with the collagen it contains, has been a central dietary staple. Despite its thousand-year-long journey with humanity, pork is still a relatively overlooked source of collagen peptides. This article takes a closer look at porcine collagen, its history, its comeback in the western world - and how it can help to meet the needs of today's health and nutrition consumers. Before taking a closer look at porcine-sourced collagen, it is important to understand collagen in general. Collagen is a protein that can be found in all animals, including humans. It is the main structural protein and performs an essential function: it's the glue that holds everything in the body together, giving it structure. The highest concentrations of collagen are found in connective tissues, bones, and skin. This type of natural, unprocessed collagen found in the body is commonly known as 'native collagen'.
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