Rats given the peptides had more hydroxyproline in their skin wounds, which is a key component of collagen and helps in tissue repair.
Scientific Claim
Oral administration of marine collagen peptides at 1.125 g/kg body weight in rats following cesarean section is associated with higher hydroxyproline levels in skin wound tissue at 7, 14, and 21 days post-surgery compared to vehicle control.
Original Statement
“Hyp levels both in skin wound tissue and uterine wound tissue were measured at 7, 14, and 21 days after CS. The results showed that Hyp levels in skin wound tissue in the 1.125 g kgbw−1 MCP-treated group were higher than those in the vehicle-treated group (Fig. 2) and significant differences were observed at all three time points (p<0.05).”
Evidence Quality Assessment
Claim Status
appropriately stated
Study Design Support
Design supports claim
Appropriate Language Strength
association
Can only show association/correlation
Assessment Explanation
The study design supports correlational claims, and the use of 'associated with' appropriately reflects the associative nature of the findings without implying causation.