Collagen in Menopause 10 Mar Written By Claire Horn Collagen is what we always associate with good skin but it is actually the most abundant protein in the body. It acts as the structural “glue”, essential for supporting our skin, joints, bones, gut lining, hair and nails. Our body is made up of 30% protein and 90% collagen. It occurs throughout the body but especially on the skin, bones and connective tissue. It is also found in the muscles, joint, blood vessels, digestive system, tendons, ligaments, intestinal lining and other connective tissues.It provides our skin with elasticity and strength, replaces dead skin cells and contributes to joint health and gut lining.Ensuring the production of this protein is really important and the bad news is that as we age we produce less of it. From our late twenties, collagen production steadily declines a natural part of ageing, worsened by stress, poor sleep, processed foods, and toxins. Modern diets have lost their connection to nose to tail nourishment, leaving behind collagen rich staples like bone broth and slow cooked meats and our bodies feel the shift from our ancestral norm.Decreasing levels of Collagen and contribute to……WrinklesStiffer less flexible tendons and ligamentsShrinking worn out musclesJoint painGastrointestinal problems due to thinning of tract liningWhat can we do to slow down the decline…..Get adequate sleep which is important to promote healthy collagenWhen in the sun make sure you are covered with loose clothing or pay attention on the amount of time that you are in the direct sun. UV radiation can break down collagen so say goodbye to those sunbeds.Good diet, not having enough collagen could be down to your diet too.Avoid or limit Caffeine, sugar, alcohol and processed foods and harmful habits like smoking. All of these can slow down the production of collagen.We produce collagen by combining amino acids, which are nutrients from protein enriched foods like Beef, Chicken, Legumes, Beans, Eggs, Dairy, Nuts, Quinoa and Tofu.This process needs vitamin C, Zinc and Copper.Vit C is found in citrus fruits, Red/Green Peppers, Tomatoes, Broccoli, and the minerals Zinc and Copper come from meats, shellfish, wholegrain and beans.Mixing all of these in your diet will maximise the production of collagen.I found it so hard to choose which type and brand of collagen to use for myself and if you know me I have done lots of research and eventually decided to go with what I thought answered all my questions.I used to take an unknown marine collagen liquid form which tasted horrid and I actually didn’t see any difference. So the game changer for me was deciding to go for a powder rather than a collagen capsule.I didn’t like the fact that taking it in a capsule really limited the daily amount. I want to take as much as I can to gain the benefit and to help my natural collagen produce more over time. What I also love about my collagen is that it has added Vitamin C and this my lovelies helps to absorb the collagen there is limited amount of space for what can get put into a supplement.If something works for you I always believe in sticking with it and that’s what I’ve chosen to do with Ancient and Brave.True Collagen and Wild Collagen provide 100% clinically researched hydrolysed Type I collagen peptides which have been broken down for optimal absorption and high bioavailability. Amino acids released from collagen peptides serve as essential building blocks for new collagen formation, signalling the body to stimulate collagen synthesis while supporting the reduction of collagen breakdown. True Collagen provides 100% Bovine Hydrolysed Collagen Peptides sustainably sourced from grass-fed herds in the EU. Wild Collagen provides 100% Marine Hydrolysed Collagen Peptides Sustainably sourced from free-swimming fish from the icy waters of Alaska. True Collagen By Ancient and Brave If you are looking to start collagen or just change the one your on then, I’m so please to be able to offer you 20% off your first order. Don’t forget to add ATOMICWELLNESS as the discount code. Every Little helps. Buy Here Collagen Claire Horn http://www.atominteriorstyling.com
Collagen in Menopause 10 Mar Written By Claire Horn Collagen is what we always associate with good skin but it is actually the most abundant protein in the body. It acts as the structural “glue”, essential for supporting our skin, joints, bones, gut lining, hair and nails. Our body is made up of 30% protein and 90% collagen. It occurs throughout the body but especially on the skin, bones and connective tissue. It is also found in the muscles, joint, blood vessels, digestive system, tendons, ligaments, intestinal lining and other connective tissues.It provides our skin with elasticity and strength, replaces dead skin cells and contributes to joint health and gut lining.Ensuring the production of this protein is really important and the bad news is that as we age we produce less of it. From our late twenties, collagen production steadily declines a natural part of ageing, worsened by stress, poor sleep, processed foods, and toxins. Modern diets have lost their connection to nose to tail nourishment, leaving behind collagen rich staples like bone broth and slow cooked meats and our bodies feel the shift from our ancestral norm.Decreasing levels of Collagen and contribute to……WrinklesStiffer less flexible tendons and ligamentsShrinking worn out musclesJoint painGastrointestinal problems due to thinning of tract liningWhat can we do to slow down the decline…..Get adequate sleep which is important to promote healthy collagenWhen in the sun make sure you are covered with loose clothing or pay attention on the amount of time that you are in the direct sun. UV radiation can break down collagen so say goodbye to those sunbeds.Good diet, not having enough collagen could be down to your diet too.Avoid or limit Caffeine, sugar, alcohol and processed foods and harmful habits like smoking. All of these can slow down the production of collagen.We produce collagen by combining amino acids, which are nutrients from protein enriched foods like Beef, Chicken, Legumes, Beans, Eggs, Dairy, Nuts, Quinoa and Tofu.This process needs vitamin C, Zinc and Copper.Vit C is found in citrus fruits, Red/Green Peppers, Tomatoes, Broccoli, and the minerals Zinc and Copper come from meats, shellfish, wholegrain and beans.Mixing all of these in your diet will maximise the production of collagen.I found it so hard to choose which type and brand of collagen to use for myself and if you know me I have done lots of research and eventually decided to go with what I thought answered all my questions.I used to take an unknown marine collagen liquid form which tasted horrid and I actually didn’t see any difference. So the game changer for me was deciding to go for a powder rather than a collagen capsule.I didn’t like the fact that taking it in a capsule really limited the daily amount. I want to take as much as I can to gain the benefit and to help my natural collagen produce more over time. What I also love about my collagen is that it has added Vitamin C and this my lovelies helps to absorb the collagen there is limited amount of space for what can get put into a supplement.If something works for you I always believe in sticking with it and that’s what I’ve chosen to do with Ancient and Brave.True Collagen and Wild Collagen provide 100% clinically researched hydrolysed Type I collagen peptides which have been broken down for optimal absorption and high bioavailability. Amino acids released from collagen peptides serve as essential building blocks for new collagen formation, signalling the body to stimulate collagen synthesis while supporting the reduction of collagen breakdown. True Collagen provides 100% Bovine Hydrolysed Collagen Peptides sustainably sourced from grass-fed herds in the EU. Wild Collagen provides 100% Marine Hydrolysed Collagen Peptides Sustainably sourced from free-swimming fish from the icy waters of Alaska. True Collagen By Ancient and Brave If you are looking to start collagen or just change the one your on then, I’m so please to be able to offer you 20% off your first order. Don’t forget to add ATOMICWELLNESS as the discount code. Every Little helps. Buy Here Collagen Claire Horn http://www.atominteriorstyling.com