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    Collagen Explained

    Collagen Explained

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    • Collagen is a vital protein in the human body, essential for the structural integrity of connective tissues.
    • It forms a unique triple helix structure, primarily composed of amino acids glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline.
    • Collagen contributes to the strength and elasticity of skin, tendons, cartilage, and bones.
    • There are at least 28 types of collagen, with types I, II, III, IV, and V being the most prevalent, each serving distinct roles in the body's tissues and organs.clevelandclinic.org 1 2
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    Collagen: Benefits, Side Effects, and More - Healthline
    Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body. It has several health benefits and uses, and taking it may benefit some people.
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    Collagen: What It Is, Types, Function & Benefits - Cleveland Clinic
    Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body. It accounts for about 30% of your body’s total protein. Collagen is the primary building block of your body’s skin, muscles, bon…
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    Collagen - Wikipedia
    Collagen (/ ˈ k ɒ l ə dʒ ə n /) is the main structural protein in the extracellular matrix of a body's various connective tissues. As the main component of connective tissue, it is…
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    How does collagen work?
    To produce collagen, your body needs: As you age, your existing collagen breaks down, and it gets harder for your body to make more. So, many people turn to collagen powder or other types of collagen supplements, such as capsules, gummies, and liquids. What Does Collagen Do? Collagen provides your body with strength, structure, and support.

    Collagen Benefits: What You Need to Know - WebMD

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    What are the benefits of adding collagen supplements to my diet?

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    When collagen supplements are consumed properly, with adequate doses and complemented by a healthy lifestyle it can have many health benefits such as significant increase in skin elasticity and improves support and elasticity of tendons, joints, ligaments, and cartilage, since collagen represents about 25% of all the protein present in our body. To be absorbed, collagen supplements need to undergo hydrolysis.
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    Is collagen a molecule?
    Collagen is a molecule. It is a tough, insoluble, fibrous protein. It plays a major role in many structures, such as: Collagen is a key component of the extracellular matrix, a network of molecules that holds together the body’s tissues. Healthy collagen levels contribute to: Collagen is plentiful in the human body.

    Collagen: What is it and what are its uses? - Medical News Today

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    What is collagen & why is it important?
    Collagen accounts for 30% of your body’s protein. It provides structure, support or strength to your skin, muscles, bones and connective tissues. Scientific research is lacking for most collagen supplements, but a well-balanced diet gives your body the raw ingredients it needs to help it make collagen naturally. What is collagen?

    Collagen: What It Is, Types, Function & Benefits - Cleveland Clinic

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