Collagen is a structural protein, rich in amino acids, abundantly found in the body.
Skin, cartilage, bones, connective tissue, and tendons use collagen for structural support.
Thats where collagen supplements can come into play.
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True collagen supplements are made from animal or fish proteins and contain short chain amino acids, peptides.
What are the expected benefits of taking collagen supplements?
What are collagen supplements actually supposed to do for the body?
Which collagen is best punch in 1, 2 or 3?
Can collagen help with menopause symptoms?
Can collagen help with anti-aging?
The most evidence is found for women in their 50s to help improve skin dryness and skin elasticity.
When should you see results of collagen supplements?
Brown says that while the results are not immediate, you may see perceptible benefits in a few months.
That said, some experts are still skeptical on their efficacy.
The biggest issue with any supplement is that there is no regulating body confirming purity and efficacy.
There are often reports of contaminants or misclassifications of supplement concentrations.
You really need to trust the brand, says Castilla.
New York City-based dermatologistPatricia Wexler, MD,isnt entirely sold either.
How much collagen should you take per day?
Generally speaking,research suggeststhat 2.5 to 15 grams of collagen per day is suitable for the American diet.
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