Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body and is responsible for the health of our joints and the firmness of our skin. But from the age of 25 onwards, we start to lose it...
Collagen supplements can help delay skin aging and combat joint, muscle, and bone pain. Jaime Gorospe
Collagen supplements have experienced a real boom since celebrities like Jennifer Aniston, Sienna Miller, Madonna, and others declared themselves fans. Collagen is the most abundant protein in our body, but it starts to decrease with age. The loss of collagen affects the bones, joints, and also the skin in the form of wrinkles and sagging. Collagen supplements never replace a balanced diet, but according to experts, they can help fight the signs of aging.
Collagen is an essential protein in the human body, part of the skin, bones, and joints. From the age of 25, we begin to lose collagen, and by the age of 40, we produce only half of what we did at 20. Luz García Toro, Communication Director of Arkopharma, also tells us that "as we age, the ability to synthesize this protein decreases, and in certain situations (excess weight, excessive physical activity, etc.), wear and tear accelerates. That's why it is recommended to supplement the diet with collagen."
Dr. María José Maroto, expert in integrative aesthetic medicine and a member of Top Doctors, adds that "before starting a nutricosmetic treatment, you should consult with a specialist in aesthetic medicine, as excessive consumption of certain nutrients can be toxic."
WHY ISN'T A BALANCED DIET ENOUGH?
According to Luz García Toro, "the diet typically does not include collagen, as foods containing it are often discarded or consumed in small quantities." According to the expert, some of the foods rich in collagen are fish skin and bones, meat cartilage, broths, and gelatin... Therefore, "from the age of 30-35, collagen supplements may be recommended to maintain regeneration levels," says Luz García Toro.
WHO SHOULD TAKE COLLAGEN SUPPLEMENTS?
Collagen is a part of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles... People who regularly engage in sports may experience joint pain as they age, and collagen supplements can help them combat it. Rosa Raventós, from the Innovation and Product Development department of Uriach, states that "sports activities cause wear and tear on cartilaginous tissue, making joints strained and in need of specific care. In the case of athletes, collagen helps take care of the joints, prevent injuries, alleviate pain, and even recover more quickly from physical activity."
Furthermore, as explained by the Communication Director of Arkopharma, "collagen is a part of the skin, scalp, gums, the ocular cornea... All these organs or tissues of our body are affected when collagen weakens." In the case of the skin, the loss of collagen results in wrinkles, lines, loss of firmness, and elasticity, ultimately skin aging. Therefore, the expert recommends collagen supplements for people with visible signs of skin sagging and for anyone who wants to take care of themselves and prevent premature aging from the age of 35. Regarding how to incorporate collagen supplements into your routine, Luz García Toro recommends taking them for at least three months, then taking a one-month break and resuming. The effects are long-term; do not expect immediate miracles.
WHAT ARE COLLAGEN SUPPLEMENTS FOR?
In summary, collagen supplements can help you combat sagging in both the face and the body, improve skin hydration and softness, mitigate fine lines and wrinkles, enhance joint flexibility and mobility, prevent sports injuries, reduce joint pain, and strengthen the structure of ligaments, tendons, joints, and bones. Here is a selection of collagen supplements, but consult with a doctor before choosing one.
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