Collagen is HOT right now, but what exactly are the benefits of collagen?
If you are like me, you are seeing collagen EVERYWHERE. Doctors, influencers, nutritionists, and beauty experts are all talking about COLLAGEN. You’re seeing it in powders, liquids, and even in chips! (Yes, you read that right…I have actually seen snacks with collagen added!)
You may also be thinking, what exactly is collagen? And does it do all of these magical things that everyone is talking about?
Today I am going to spill the tea! I am going to tell you exactly what collagen is and all of its INCREDIBLE benefits.
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So let’s start with the basics….
What is collagen?
Collagen is a prime structural protein located in mammal connective tissue and is essential for fully functional joints and muscles. Collagen is actually the most abundant protein in your body, accounting for about one-third of its protein composition.
It’s one of the major building blocks of bones, skin, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Collagen is also found in many other body parts, including blood vessels, corneas, and teeth. Not having enough collagen in your skin can lead to wrinkles and lacking collagen in muscles and cartilage can cause joint discomfort.
You can think of it as the “glue” that holds all these things together. In fact, the word comes from the Greek word “kólla,” which means glue.
What are the benefits of collagen?
Ok, now for the good stuff. There are so many AMAZING benefits of collagen:
- Promotes joint & muscle fitness, reducing joint discomfort
- Promotes healthy cartilage & connective tissue
- Promotes healthy hair, nails, gums & eyes
- Improves skin’s hydration, firmness & elasticity
- Reduces wrinkles
- Decreases skin dryness
Ok, so we know what we can gain from adding collagen to your lifestyle. But what about the things that can damage your collagen?
What are things that damage collagen?
Perhaps it’s even more important to avoid the following collagen-destroying behaviors:
- Eating too much sugar and refined carbs. Sugar interferes with collagen’s ability to repair itself. Minimize your consumption of added sugar and refined carbs.
- Getting too much sunshine. Ultraviolet radiation can reduce collagen production. Avoid excessive sun exposure.
- Smoking. Smoking reduces collagen production. This can impair wound healing and lead to wrinkles.
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Liquid BioCell® is the new generation of collagen, redefining the way we age and how we perform. Every product is formulated with exclusive Collagen/HA Matrix® Technology to support joint and muscle fitness and connective tissue health, counteract skin photoaging, restore youthful skin, and support healthy hair, nails, gums and eyes.
Here are just some of its benefits:
- Improves joint mobility & lubrication
- Reduces joint discomfort
- Promotes healthy cartilage & connective tissue
- Decreases skin dryness
- Improves skin’s collagen content
- Reduces hyaluronidase, the enzyme that can make your skin age
- Supports cardiovascular health
- Promotes healthy hair, nails, gums & eyes
- Great tasting natural fruit flavor
Liquid absorbs in your system by 90% versus the powder that only absorbs up to maybe 30%.
This liquid collagen has become a mainstay in my routine and the benefits I feel are incredible!
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