Collagen has been getting its moment in the spotlight lately as many people are learning about and reaping the benefits of supplementing it in their diets. We’re here to get down to the nitty gritty and give you the full low-down on this protein.
What is collagen?
Collagen is the most abundant protein in our bodies and helps make up the connective tissues that form ligaments, tendons, muscles and skin. It’s required to maintain the structure of your skin and bones. It occurs naturally in foods like gelatin and bone broths, but most people choose to get their collagen intake through powdered supplements. Should you consider adding collagen supplements to your own diet? We recommend speaking with your healthcare professional before making any adjustments, but below we’ve listed some of the potential benefits you may see by boosting your intake.
STRONG HAIR & NAILS
Our hair and nails are both made of keratin, and collagen helps hair and nail growth by supporting our body produce keratin more efficiently. Additionally, collagen may also help strengthen our hair and nails by keeping our dermis and hair follicles healthy.
Glowing & Hydrated skin
Skin is 75% made out of collagen, and supplementing with collagen has been shown to effectively combat the signs of aging by improving skin elasticity and hydration, which helps to smooth wrinkles, reduce cellulite and increase firmness of the skin.
JOINT & BONE support
Collagen is vital for strong bones, tendons, joints, and ligaments. And supplementing with collagen has been shown to improve bone density, alleviate joint pain, and improve flexibility.
BOOST LEAN MUSCLE
Collagen is necessary to keep your muscles strong and functioning properly. Studies suggest that collagen supplements help boost muscle mass in people who experience muscle loss.
Gut HEALTH
Collagen may improve gut health with the large amounts of glycine, glutamine and proline it contains. These amino acids can be beneficial to the intestinal tract by managing gut inflammation and inhibiting oxidative stress of the intestines.
Heart health Collagen provides structure to our arteries and without sufficient collagen, arteries become stiff and narrow and may lead to atherosclerosis. Supplementing with collagen has been shown to improve artery stiffness for better heart health.
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