Did you know that collagen is the most abundant protein in the body?
In fact, it makes up over a quarter of all the proteins in our body.
Why is collagen so important?
Like all proteins, collagen is composed of amino acids. What makes this protein special is that the strands of amino acids are bound together into a triple helix. This unique structure gives collagen great resistance to tensile stress. This makes it the perfect protein for providing structural support throughout the body.
Collagen is found in a wide range of tissues throughout the body. It can be found in your organs, blood vessels, bones, tendons, ligaments, skin, hair, and nails.
Unfortunately, as we age, our collagen production tends to decrease. Not only do we produce less as we age, the collagen also breaks down more quickly and is lower quality. This contributes to the signs of aging that we are all familiar with: wrinkly and saggy skin, damaged hair, brittle nails, stiff joints, and muscle atrophy.
Besides the natural aging process, a poor diet also contributes to lowered production. The typical American diet tends to be low in protein as well as the vitamins and minerals necessary for its synthesis.
How can we support collagen production?
- Eat enough protein: All proteins are composed of amino acids which are the building blocks of collagen. Chicken, beef, pork, fish, eggs are all excellent sources of complete proteins that contain all the amino acids necessary for collagen production.
- Consume adequate zinc and copper: These minerals are necessary for collagen synthesis. They can be found in fish, meat, nuts, seeds, and whole grains.
- Consume adequate vitamin C-rich foods: This vitamin is also essential to collagen production. It can be found in leafy greens , berries, citrus fruits, and bell peppers.
- Take a high quality collagen supplement: Because our collagen production decreases as we age, taking a supplement that not only supplies collagen directly, but also promotes its production is essential to combating the aging process. That’s why we recommend TrueScience Liquid Collagen.
Why Supplement?
TrueScience Liquid Collagen not only replenishes collagen levels, but also activates your body’s collagen production and reduces enzymes that break it down. This unique blend contains fish peptides from 10 different types of collagen. It also contains ruby quinoa extract which promotes collagen absorption and activates its production. Additionally, it contains citrus and berry extracts that supply the vitamin C and antioxidants that are necessary for production and combating the aging process.
This supplement also helps protect against the oxidative stress caused by free radicals, another factor that contributes to the aging process. To learn more about the effects of oxidative stress and what to do about it, click here.
Clinical trials have shown that these ingredients increase collagen density, skin moisture and smoothness, decrease depth of fine lines and wrinkles, and improve the appearance of skin spots and pores.
Other studies have also shown collagen supplementation to improve joint mobility and maintain healthy cartilage levels in joints. It can also help with building muscle.
To learn more about this unique anti-aging supplement, click here.
Dr. Derek Gallant
Dr. Derek Gallant has committed himself to helping others live the best life possible. After graduating from Wesleyan University, he received his Doctor of Chiropractic Degree from Life Chiropractic College West where he finished 2nd in his class. He is the owner of Beverly Family Chiropractic and co-founder of The Well Family Foundation. Dr. Gallant is certified through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) in the Webster technique, an analysis focused on assisting pregnant women in a healthy pregnancy and natural birth. He has inspired thousands of people to take control of their own health using the Life By Design method. Apart from full time practice you can find Derek at the parks and coffee shops around Beverly with his family, training hard at the gym, or at the beach surfing.
