Patented technologyThree published studies25 years of research
The foundation
Understanding collagen and joint health.
Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body — the structural scaffold of skin, bones, tendons, ligaments and the cartilage that cushions your joints. From roughly our mid-twenties onward, the body produces less of it each year.
The points below describe general collagen biology. Claims specific to Genacol products are covered in the research section.
01
The body’s structural protein
Collagen makes up a large share of the protein in connective tissue — it gives skin its firmness, tendons their strength and cartilage its ability to cushion.
02
Production declines with age
From roughly the mid-twenties the body gradually makes less collagen. Over decades this is one of several factors in how joints feel and function.
03
Why hydrolysed collagen
Native collagen is a very large molecule. Hydrolysis breaks it into smaller peptides — the form used in collagen supplements, including Genacol.
Our innovation
Meet AminoLock® technology.
AminoLock® Collagen is the single active ingredient at the heart of every Genacol formula. Genacol describes it as an ultra-hydrolysed collagen produced by its patented AminoLock® Sequence Technology — a process designed to break bovine collagen down into very small peptides.
01 · Native collagenLarge triple-helix protein, as found in bovine tissue.
02 · AminoLock® Sequence TechnologyPatented enzymatic hydrolysis · CA 2950096 · US 11,040,081.
03 · AminoLock® Collagen peptidesVery short peptides — the form used in every Genacol formula.
Diagram is illustrative of the process as described by Genacol; it is not drawn to molecular scale.
What it is
Ultra-hydrolysed bovine collagen
AminoLock® Collagen is hydrolysed from bovine source collagen. It is the only medicinal ingredient in Genacol Original.
The technology
AminoLock® Sequence Technology
Genacol’s patented process (CA 2950096 · US 11,040,081) describes how the collagen chain is cut into very short peptides.
The formulas
One ingredient, four products
Every Genacol formula carries AminoLock® Collagen. Plus adds glucosamine; Bone & Joint adds vitamin D3 and boron; Liquid changes the format.
Why it matters
Central to 25 years of work
Genacol has researched and refined this single ingredient since 2000 — the basis for the clinical studies summarised below.
The process
From innovation to your daily routine.
Four stages, as documented by the brand. No step promises a biological outcome — the research section covers what has been studied.
Stage 01
Collagen source
Bovine collagen, the raw material for AminoLock® Collagen.
Stage 02
Patented hydrolysis
Genacol’s AminoLock® Sequence Technology breaks the collagen chain into very short peptides.
Stage 03
AminoLock® formulation
The resulting collagen is formulated into capsules or liquid — alone, or with glucosamine, vitamin D3 and boron.
Stage 04
Daily supplementation
Taken once a day. Genacol recommends consistent use for at least five months to notice beneficial effects.
Clinical research
Research worth understanding.
Genacol refers to three clinical studies of AminoLock® Collagen. Each summary below is populated only with details confirmed from the publication; everything else is marked for content approval. Findings should be read in their original study context.
Study 01 · 2012Clinical trial
Effect of collagen hydrolysate in articular pain
Bruyère O. et al. · Complementary Therapies in Medicine
Objective
Assess a daily 1,200 mg collagen hydrolysate dose in adults with joint pain
Design
Randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled
Duration
6 months
Participants
Awaiting verified content
Findings
Awaiting verified content
Findings, limitations & source
Key findings ·Awaiting verified summary from the publication — to be approved by Genacol before publishing.
Research findings should be interpreted in their original study context. Genacol products are natural health products and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Individual results vary.
Founded in Québec in 2000, Genacol has spent 25 years on a single ingredient. The standards below are those the brand documents on its own packaging and website.
Made in Canada
Formulated and manufactured in Québec, Canada by Genacol, and imported to South Africa by Progomode.
Non-GMO ingredients
Genacol states its products are made with non-GMO ingredients.
Independently lab tested
The brand documents independent laboratory testing of its products.
GMP certified manufacturing
Produced under Good Manufacturing Practices, as declared on Genacol packaging and the official website.
Made for real life
Because movement is part of living.
The science exists for one reason: the morning walk, the garden, the stairs taken two at a time, the weekend with grandchildren. Genacol's work is to help people keep healthy joints so ordinary days stay ordinary.
AminoLock® Collagen is Genacol’s ultra-hydrolysed bovine collagen, produced with its patented AminoLock® Sequence Technology. It is the active ingredient in every Genacol formula.
What is hydrolysed collagen?
Collagen that has been broken down (hydrolysed) into smaller peptides. Native collagen is a very large protein; hydrolysis is what makes it usable as a supplement ingredient.
How is AminoLock® used in Genacol products?
Genacol Original contains AminoLock® Collagen alone (1,200 mg per daily dose). Genacol Plus adds glucosamine, Bone & Joint adds vitamin D3 and boron, and the Liquid formula delivers it as a drink.
What clinical research is available?
Genacol refers to three studies of AminoLock® Collagen — a 2012 clinical trial and two laboratory studies published in 2021 and 2022. Summaries are above and the full publications are listed on the clinical studies page.
Is Genacol a medicine or a supplement?
Genacol products are natural health products / dietary supplements. They are not medicines and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a healthcare professional if you have a medical condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or take medication.
Where can I learn more about the ingredients?
Each product page lists its full medicinal and non-medicinal ingredients, dosage and label warnings. Start with the Genacol Original Formula page.
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