Much of the sun’s damage to skin occurs in summer. Exposure to the sun’s rays and summer heat can strip the skin of its natural moisture, leaving it dry and vulnerable. As we roll into autumn, a key way to beautify skin from within is to use collagen. But did you know that collagen is also important to the general integrity of all the connective tissue in the body, like tendons, ligaments and cartilage?
What is collagen?
Collagen is a naturally-produced protein found in connective tissues of the body. Essentially the glue that holds the body together, its strong, flexible fibres weave throughout the body for strength and support. It is mostly found in fibrous tissues like tendons, ligaments and skin, and is also abundant in the cornea, bones, blood vessels, cartilage, intervertebral disc and the digestive tract.
The body’s natural collagen production slows after the age of 25. After this, most people see a 1.5 percent reduction in their natural collagen levels each year, resulting in tell-tale signs like wrinkly skin, thin hair, brittle nails, joint swelling and discomfort, muscle ache, toothache and headaches.
Collagen benefits,
- When the body receives collagen, it distributes it to where it's needed. Among many other benefits, collagen supplements support:
- Improved tendon and joint flexibility and strength
- Strong teeth, hair and nails
- Recovery from injuries and muscle repair
- Skin texture, firmness and hydration
- Bone strength.
