Leucine · November 20, 2025

The Hidden Power in Your Collagen: How Leucine Supercharges Your Cells' Energy

Discover why this essential amino acid makes Nordic Marine Collagen more than just a beauty supplement

You probably know marine collagen supports radiant skin, strong joints, and healthy hair. But there's a powerful story happening deep inside your cells that you might not know about—and it starts with leucine, one of the essential amino acids naturally present in our Pure Marine Collagen from Arctic cod.

The Cellular Energy Revolution

Scientists at the University of Cologne recently published groundbreaking research in Nature Cell Biology that reveals something remarkable: leucine doesn't just help build proteins - it actively protects and enhances your cells' energy production system.

Think of your cells as having tiny power plants called mitochondria. These microscopic engines work around the clock, generating the energy your body needs to move, think, recover, and thrive. But here's what makes this discovery so exciting: leucine acts like a protective shield for these cellular powerhouses.

What the Science Shows

The research team discovered that leucine prevents the breakdown of critical proteins in the mitochondrial membrane. Without adequate leucine, these proteins degrade, causing your cellular energy factories to become less efficient. The result? Lower energy production, reduced cellular function, and accelerated aging at the cellular level.

But when leucine levels are sufficient, your mitochondria can maintain their optimal structure and function, producing energy efficiently and protecting themselves from damage.

This is where Nordic Marine Collagen makes a difference.

Your Complete Amino Acid Profile

Every 5 g serving of Nordic Marine Collagen delivers a comprehensive amino acid profile designed by nature:

Essential Amino Acids:	Collagen-Specific Amino Acids:	Supporting Amino Acids:
Leucine: 146.5 mg – Your cellular energy protector Isoleucine: 85.5 mg Valine: 118.5 mg Lysine: 214 mg Methionine: 83.5 mg Phenylalanine: 106 mg Threonine: 153 mg Tryptophan: 3 mg Histidine: 71 mg	Glycine: 1,462 mg – The most abundant amino acid in collagen Proline: 909.5 mg – Crucial for collagen structure Hydroxyproline: 351 mg – Unique to collagen, essential for stability	Alanine: 542.5 mg Arginine: 488.5 mg Aspartic Acid: 372 mg Glutamic Acid: 599 mg Serine: 372 mg Tyrosine: 38.5 mg Cystine: 0.3 mg Ornithine: 2.5 mg

More Than Just the Numbers

What makes Nordic Marine Collagen exceptional isn't just what it contains—it's how bioavailable these nutrients are. Sourced from wild Arctic cod in pristine Norwegian waters, our collagen is hydrolyzed into small peptides of approximately 3 kDa, making it highly absorbable and fast-acting.

With 146.5 mg of leucine per serving alongside a complete spectrum of 18 amino acids, you're getting exactly what the latest research shows your cells need to maintain optimal energy production.

Why Marine Collagen from Arctic Waters?

The cold, pristine waters of the Norwegian Arctic produce naturally superior collagen quality. Our MSC-certified wild cod provides a complete amino acid spectrum in highly bioavailable 3 kDa peptides—not isolated nutrients, but a naturally balanced nutritional package exactly as the latest research suggests your cells need.

From Arctic waters to your cells' energy powerhouses, Nordic Marine Collagen delivers complete support for beauty, strength, and vitality.

Ready to experience the difference?

Discover our Pure Marine Collagen and harness the power of leucine for cellular energy alongside all the wellness benefits you already love.

Reference: Li, Q., et al. (2025). "Leucine inhibits degradation of outer mitochondrial membrane proteins to adapt mitochondrial respiration." Nature Cell Biology.