When you hear the word collagen, many people think of beauty care, and for good reason, as this substance plays a major role in maintaining beautiful skin. However, other areas of the body receive undeservedly less attention, so in this article we want to highlight the other benefits of collagen.
What is collagen?
Collagen is the most abundant and one of the most important proteins in the body. It is present everywhere, in the skin, muscles, bones, tendons, cartilage, blood vessels, etc. In simple terms, it acts as a glue, ‘holding’ the body together. It is also produced by the body, but over time its quantity decreases, which tends to cause problems.
Well-groomed skin, healthy nails and hair
As we mentioned in the introduction, collagen is most often associated with the beauty industry as an essential ingredient in anti-ageing products. Its use makes the skin supple, hydrated and helps to reduce wrinkles and roughness. What is good for the skin is usually good for the nails and hair, so collagen contributes to the proper growth of nails and hair and to the prevention of their fragmentation. It is also recommended in case of hair loss or thinning hair.
Effective support for the musculoskeletal system
Many of our organs, including muscles, bones and ligaments, are part of the locomotor system. Active sportsmen and women put a lot of strain on their muscles, which are able to regenerate faster and grow faster thanks to collagen.
It is also recommended to consume collagen for the prevention and relief of joint pain, as it helps to prevent rheumatic and cartilage diseases and to preserve the integrity of tendons and ligaments. This can be particularly useful for older people, but joint protection is also of particular importance for young athletes.
Finally, bones should also be mentioned, as their strength and health is mainly determined by the amount of bone tissue and the presence of collagen. Bones also lose strength as we age, with older people usually at risk of osteoporosis. To counteract this, adequate collagen in the body increases the activity of the cells responsible for bone formation and also promotes the absorption of calcium.
In addition to the above, collagen helps to promote proper wound healing and scar formation, supports good intestinal function by supporting the intestinal tract and intestinal flora, and strengthens the immune system. In addition, it is incorporated into the myocardial cells and plays an essential role in good cardiac function, optimal blood circulation and contributes to the efficient functioning of the nervous system.
Collagen can be introduced into the body through a variety of products, including simple tablets, but products that contain collagen as a formulation that is also popular (e.g. coffee) tend to be more popular.
In this article, we have tried to show that collagen intake can be beneficial not only for aesthetic reasons, but also for the health of the body as a whole, and that it is therefore worth consuming as widely as possible, if only because it has no harmful adverse reaction.