Is Collagen a Complete Protein? Here’s the key: Tryptophan
Collagen Glossary
Tryptophan
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Definition
The missing amino acid in collagen, which prevents collagen protein from being considered a complete protein. However, the amino acids in collagen are unique and not found anywhere else in the world.
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