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CRAZY FOR COLLAGEN 42 • JUNE 2018
It’s flying off
health food store
shelves for a
reason—collagen
definitely delivers
when it comes
to joint health
and beauty
by Lisa Turner
C
ollagen, the most abundant protein in the human body,
is responsible for regenerating and forming new tissue,
and is crucial for skin, hair, nail, joint, and bone health.
As we age, the skin’s collagen matrix starts to decline, collagen
fibers break down, and the rate of regeneration slows dramat-
ically. This process can start as early as age 25, and by age 40,
collagen production generally decreases by 25 percent. By age
60, it decreases by more than 50 percent. The result: sagging
skin, fine lines and wrinkles, and aching joints.
JUNE 2018 • 43
Studies on Collagen
& What They Show Tips from a Collagen Expert We asked collagen formulator Nick Bitz, ND,
of Irvine, Calif., to weigh in on a few pressing questions:
Up to 28 different kinds of collagen have
been identified, but the vast majority fall Q: Does it really 18 amino acids that its peptide and Q: What are some
into three categories, known as types 1, matter which type your body needs to amino acid subunits. other, lesser-known
2, and 3. Supplementing with collagen of collagen I use? rebuild its collagen So it requires benefits of collagen?
A: Most people structures. minimal digestive A: Collagen is an
(types 1, 2, 3, or a combination of the
have heard that effort to absorb and incredibly versatile
three) has been shown in several studies
types 1 and 3 are Q: Do I need to take utilize. Studies show and functional
to protect against bone and joint diseases found in the skin, collagen with food? that collagen’s protein. Although
and fight skin aging. Some highlights: and type 2 is found A: Collagen is a bioavailability (the it’s well-known for
in the joints. While dietary protein. amount that enters its skin and joint
❱❱ People who took 3 grams of a collagen this is technically As a rule, dietary the bloodstream) benefits, it has huge
extract significantly improved recovery true, it does not proteins are ideally is not dependent potential in other
after exercise. mean that you need consumed with a on the presence or areas as well,
❱❱ Collagen supplements reduced pain to consume “types full meal (when absence of food, including bone health,
and decreased inflammation in people 1 and 3” collagen in digestive enzymes but rather on the sports performance
with osteoarthritis. order to receive the are at their high- degree of hydrolysis (especially for injury
skin benefits, nor est) to optimize (how small the prevention and
❱❱ Athletes who took 10 grams of colla-
“type 2” collagen absorption and collagen subunits recovery), inflam-
gen per day significantly improved
in order to receive assimilation. But are). So to get mation, gut health,
joint pain, mobility, and inflammation. the joint benefits. As hydrolyzed collagen the most out of and cardiovascular
❱❱ Skin elasticity was significantly higher long as you are con- is a little different. your collagen, health (after all,
in women who took 2.5–5 grams of suming “hydrolyzed It’s a “pre-digested” use a high-quality your blood vessels
collagen; skin moisture also improved. collagen,” you’re protein that is already collagen that is are composed of
❱❱ Supplementing with 1 gram of a getting the same broken down into “fully hydrolyzed.” collagen).
collagen extract led to a significant
reduction of skin dryness and scaling, that includes flavors, extracts, or other products may also contain vitamin C,
a lessening of lines and wrinkles, ingredients. If a collagen product has a which helps the body’s own production
enhanced circulation, and a significant yellowish or brownish color, or an “off” of collagen, or hyaluronic acid, a lubricating
increase in collagen levels in the skin. taste, it’s likely lower in quality. substance naturally produced by the
❱❱ Collagen supplementation was found The most common supplement body that helps retain collagen in joints
to stimulate tissue regeneration, forms of collagen are powders, capsules, and skin. Some blends also include
reduce and prevent joint pain, slow drink mixes, concentrated “shots,” and biotin and silica, which benefit hair and
bone density loss, and lessen skin aging. gummies—choose the form that you nails, or alpha lipoic acid, an antioxidant
think you’ll take most frequently. Some that encourages collagen production.
What You Need to Know About
Buying & Taking Collagen 5 SUPER WAYS TO SUPPLEMENT WITH COLLAGEN
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Lisa Turner is a chef, food writer, product developer, and nutrition coach in Boulder, Colo. She has more than 20 years of experience in researching and writing about nourishing foods, and coaching people toward healthier
eating habits. Find her at lisaturnercooks.com.
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