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Collagen and Skin Health

Collagen is an essential protein in the body and the key to youthful skin. The human body produces collagen, which makes up 75% of the skin. Collagen forms an elaborate matrix that supports the skin and locks in moisture, allowing skin to stay soft, smooth and elastic. That being said, collagen will also break down as a person grows older, and damaged collagen structures result in signs of aging, such as fine lines and wrinkles.

When used onto the skin, collagen is not absorbed, but instead rests on the surface of the skin. This is because collagen molecules are too large. Synthetic collagen is obtained from pigs and cows, whose collagen structures are different from human collagen. As a result, synthetic collagen can cause allergic or inflammatory reactions. Furthermore, human collagen cannot be replenished by consuming ordinary animal-based collagen or collagen beverages because collagen is similar to any other protein — it is broken down into amino acids in the body, rendering it ineffective for its intended purpose.

It is important to also consume plant foods that are rich in antioxidants because the antioxidants can be absorbed easily by the skin. Doing so can also trigger the body to produce adequate amounts of collagen and strengthen existing collagen structures to maintain its skin elasticity. A high intake of antioxidants from plant foods helps to delay aging of the skin and internal organs, boost the normal functioning of the immune system, and enhance immunity to prevent the incidence of many lifestyle diseases. In a nutshell, it helps delay overall aging from within.