Collagen and Your Body
You can boost your body's collagen production by consuming nutritious foods. Your body synthesizes collagen by combining amino acids, specifically glycine and proline.
What Is Collagen?
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Collagen is a naturally occurring protein in your body, comprising about one-third of its total protein content. It plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy joints and keeping skin elastic to reduce wrinkles. Consequently, collagen supplements have gained popularity, with claims of promoting youthful-looking skin. However, the effectiveness of these supplements and whether additional collagen is needed is still subject to scientific debate.
What Collagen Does for Your Body
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The term "collagen" is derived from the Greek word "kólla," meaning glue. This is fitting, as collagen’s strong fibers act as a binding agent within the body, connecting and supporting muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments, organs, and skin.
Types of Collagen
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Your body contains 16 different types of collagen, but the majority fall into three main categories: type I, II, and III. Each type serves a unique function: type I is crucial for forming skin, bones, tendons, and ligaments; type II primarily constructs cartilage, which is the flexible tissue in your joints, ears, and nose; and type III is essential for the development of muscles and blood vessels.
Collagen as You Get Older
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As you age, your body's collagen production decreases. While you can't precisely measure the amount of collagen you have, reduced levels may lead to symptoms like joint pain, stiffness in tendons or ligaments, muscle weakening, or thinner, more fragile skin. Taking collagen supplements might alleviate these symptoms. It's important to consult with your doctor to determine the most effective strategy for your needs.
What Hurts Your Collagen Levels?
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Three primary factors can decrease your collagen levels: sunlight, smoking, and sugar. Excessive ultraviolet light exposure can cause the collagen fibers to break down, leading to sun damage and wrinkles. The numerous chemicals in cigarette smoke may also harm collagen, resulting in sagging and wrinkled skin. Furthermore, sugar interacts with collagen fibers, causing them to cross-link and tangle, which diminishes skin elasticity over time.
What Collagen Can’t Do
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There is no evidence that collagen can treat skin conditions like eczema or atopic dermatitis. Although collagen injections may help reduce the appearance of acne scars, there is no proof that collagen supplements can prevent or treat acne itself. Additionally, there are no studies supporting the claim that collagen aids in weight loss.
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