5 Important Things You Should Know About Collagen

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Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body. Gram for gram, it is stronger than steel.

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Let's explore the things you should know about collagen.

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Collagen makes up 30% of your body's protein, 70% of the protein in skin, and 80% of the protein in bone. It also makes up the lining of your arteries, organs, and intestines.

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Losing Collagen

By the age of 20, we start to lose collagen from our skin at the rate of 1% per year. By 50 years old, we have lost 25% of our skin's collagen, and by 75 years old, we have lost 50% of our skin's collagen.

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Signs Of Low Collagen

Some of the signs of low collagen are wrinkled & sagging skin, brown spots, rough texture. Other issues include intestinal problems, bone fractures, joint pain, and leaky gut.

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Benefits Of Collagen

It reduces skin aging, improves elasticity, aids in fat loss and muscle gain, reduces joint pain, and improves bone mineral density.

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Types Of Collagen

There are 29 types of collagen, with types I, II, and III making up 90% of all collagen. Type I supports hair, skin, nails, bone, and tendons. Type II collagen supports cartilage and ligaments, while type III supports arteries and intestines.

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Collagen Intake

Take 10-40 grams of hydrolyzed collagen supplements per day with 3-5 grams of glycine up to 3 times daily. Also, ensure adequate intake of collagen-supporting vitamins and minerals like vitamin C, copper, manganese, iron, and zinc.

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Disclaimer

While these suggestions may improve collagen, it’s always best to call your doctor if you experience any complications or have underlying health concerns.

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