BENEFITS OF COLLAGEN
Collagen is a strong naturally occurring fibrous protein which occurs in all body organs including bones, skin, ligaments, tendons, cartilage.
With another protein, elastin, collagen adds to the flexibility of the skin, and maintains the health and vitality of connective tissue, reducing wrinkles and aiding normal skin integrity.
Collagen is destroyed by inflammatory processes.
Collagen Promoting Nutrients
Amino acids, from proteins, aid in collagen production. These include proline which is a nonessential amino acid; nonessential amino acids are ones that either the body or other essential amino acids can produce. Foods high in proline include gelatin, eggs, soy, milk, cheese, beef and cabbage. Vitamin C ...