Bioiberica and Lactalis launch native type II collagen drink

Bioiberica, a global life science company, announces the launch of Puleva Vita Calcio Colágeno, a milk beverage enriched with the company’s science-backed native type II collagen (Collavant n2) for joint health. Developed via a partnership with Lactalis Spain, the product brings the benefits of Collavant n2 together with other essential nutrients. Through this new product development, Bioiberica and Lactalis aim to provide a blueprint for the successful integration of scientific innovation into commercial products.

Puleva Vita Calcio Colágeno is the first milk drink enriched with native type II collagen to be released in Spain, setting a new precedent for mainstream dairy products that harness the power of science-backed functional health ingredients. The inclusion of Collavant n2 adds to the products’ joint support claims, with the ingredient shown across multiple studies to produce tangible results at the low daily dose of 40mg.

The latest clinical research conducted by Bioiberica demonstrated that 40 mg/day of Collavant n2 supports faster recovery after exercise and could help support articular cartilage in healthy individuals experiencing activity-related joint discomfort. The study investigated the effect of six months of Collavant n2 supplementation (40mg/day) on urinary CTX-II concentration – a key biomarker of collagen degradation and cartilage breakdown – in healthy individuals reporting joint discomfort during exercise. Results revealed a significant improvement in a sub-population with higher levels of discomfort (VAS score during movement > 40 mm): participants taking Collavant n2 experienced an 18.3% reduction in CTX-II levels, while those in the placebo group showed a 20.6% increase. These findings add to existing evidence demonstrating that Collavant n2 not only helps reduce exercise-related joint discomfort but also supports mobility, quality of life and cartilage health at the structural level. Collavant n2 also lends the new beverage a seal of safety and quality through its self-affirmed Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status and, what’s more, it was the first collagen ingredient to receive NutraStrong Collagen Verification.

Cristina Torres Antelo, brand manager at Lactalis Puleva says, “We always strive to stay aligned with the latest market trends, and our collaboration with Bioiberica is yet another example of this. Puleva Vita Calcio Colágeno is the first collagen-enriched dairy drink, specially formulated with other key nutrients to support joint health and mobility. Collagen is an ingredient for which there is increasing scientific evidence, and market data shows that consumers are increasingly confident in its benefits.”

Puleva Vita Calcio Colágeno is available now in supermarkets and specialist stores across Spain.