The dark side of collagen
Episode Date: September 1, 2023Collagen supplements are marketed as a holy grail anti-aging product. Bovine collagen is made from cattle hides, and a new investigation from the Bure...
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595 episodes transcribedCollagen supplements are marketed as a holy grail anti-aging product. Bovine collagen is made from cattle hides, and a new investigation from the Bure...
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