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Invite Health Podcast, Episode hosted by Amanda Williams, MPH.
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On today’s episode, we are going to be talking about Collagen – what it actually is and what type is best to use and more!
What is Collagen?
There are more than 1 type of collagen – there are actually about 28 different types. Collagen is the most abundant protein found in the human body. The majority, about 99%, is of the Type 1 through Type 5 variety. However, over 90% is of the Type 1 variety specifically.
When we think about our skin, hair, bones, tendons and ligaments, these are all made of Type 1 Collagen. If you are thinking about supplementing with Collagen, Type 1 is best in this regard. Type 2 deals more with cartilage and maybe someone who is dealing with arthritis. A combination of Type 1 and Type 2 Collagen would be best.
How it works in the body
This important protein gives your organs and tissues their strength and elasticity. A lack of Collagen in the body can start to impact so many different aspects of your body. This includes aches and pains, excessive wrinkles, thinning hair and more.
When you look at the body’s natural supply of collagen, it begins to decline at around 25 years old. At 60 years old, you’ve lost about half of your natural collagen supply in your body!
Now, there are so many different types of Collagen and so many different products on the market today. Type 1 is going to be the most essential. During the aging process, the shift in the collagen store in the body can impact our bones and elasticity. For someone getting older, you may think about calcium, magnesium and vitamin D, but to maintain the flexibility in the bone as you age, you should supplement with Collagen.
Scientific Studies on Hydrolyzed Collagen
There is a lot of research out there on the benefits of supplementing with hydrolyzed Collagen. Make sure you are using a formula that has been utilized in human clinical trials that can prove its benefit. The form that we use here at InVite® is called Peptan-B™, which has been shown in clinical trials to be extremely beneficial.
A study published in the Complimentary Therapies and Medicine Journal that demonstrated the effects of hydrolyzed collagen when it comes to articular pain. This was a six month study that looked at the efficacy and safety of using hydrolyzed collagen and pain in the joints of the participants. One group was given hydrolyzed collagen and the other a placebo. What researchers found, is the group given hydrolyzed collagen experienced a clinically significant improvement in the most painful joints after six months.
A separate study from the Journal of Medical Nutrition and Nutraceuticals looked at the impact of hydrolyzed collagen supplementation on skin elasticity, hydration and wrinkles. Participants included a group of post-menopausal women given hydrolyzed collagen or a placebo. Researchers noted the depth of the wrinkles, and the elasticity and moisture in the skin. After the study, those who took an oral supplement of hydrolyzed collagen had a significant reduction in the depth of facial wrinkles and an increase in the skins elasticity and hydration.
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The fall brings dry, tight skin and brittle hair. Here are 6 products that can help take your dry, tight skin to the next level as we celebrate healthy skin month.
We slather on expensive creams, avoid the sun like vampires, and some even resort to cosmetic surgery to get the skin they want. But what if we told you that glowing, healthy skin actually comes from within! Here are 9 superfoods that can support young looking, healthy skin.
There’s a reason why cucumbers are used in spas! Cucumber touts ingredients including vitamin C and folic acid, which both fight to reduce irritated skin and supports healthy hydration because of its high water content. The peel itself contains silica, which firms up sagging skin. There’s a good reason why you’re greeted with cucumber on your eyes – a cool cucumber acts a puffy lid reducer because of their flavonoid and antioxidant content.
Add a few slices of cucumbers to your salad or to your water for a skin boosting treat!
Rich in B-vitamins and minerals like iron, seaweed has been shown to support healthy blood flow that can contribute to radiant skin. It also boosts anti-aging and anti-inflammatory benefits because it is packed with amino acids, vitamins and minerals. Studies have also shown seaweed has anti-bacterial properties, making it an ideal food to fight acne as well.
Next time you eat out, order a seaweed salad or focus on seaweed when eating sushi!
An excellent source of Vitamins A, C an E, kale boosts anti-aging properties and helps to promote healthy cell growth. Its one of the most nutrient-dense foods on the plant and is loaded with powerful antioxidants like Quercetin and Kaempferol, that have been shown to counteract oxidative damage by free radicals in the body.
Try this delicious Tropical Collagen Green smoothie for your kale-fix!
Beta-carotene, found in high qualities in papayas, converts to vitamin A and has skin repair benefits. It can help to moisturize the skin, clear pigmentation and reduce wrinkles. Papaya contains active enzymes like papain that helps to reduce pigmentation and controls acne breakouts and wrinkle formation.
Add papaya to your favorite fruit smoothies or even your low-carb salad for healthy skin!
Raw sauerkraut and other probiotic-rich foods are one of the biggest beauty secrets for clear, radiant skin. Sauerkraut promotes the growth of friendly gut bacteria that keep your digestion in check, in tern, offering efficient nutrient delivery to the skin and body. Sauerkraut also makes B vitamins, which are critical for energy and beauty overall.
Other than adding it on top of your hot dog, add a scoop to rice or quinoa with steamed vegetables for a well-rounded dinner.
Pumpkin seeds are high in minerals like zinc.and contain unsaturated fatty acids, potassium, and essential amino acids. These seeds have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. The bright-orange pigment-producing carotenoids have anti-aging effects that scavenge free radicals that can cause premature aging of the skin.
Eat a handful of pumpkin seeds each day by sprinkling them over your salad or ask a snack, cracking open each shell.
Did you know that chia is actually a member of the mint family? They are high in fiber, calcium, omega-3s and 6s that help to nourish the skin and scalp. These seeds contain skin-saving antioxidants that fight free-radical damage.
Chia seeds are most popular in overnight oats or in chia pudding.
Cabbage is high in fiber and contains sulforaphane, which promotes anti-aging antioxidant activity in the body. It’s also high in vitamin C. Its antioxidant content is very helpful in reducing dryness and preventing premature aging. Cabbage is widely used for improving the tone and texture of skin.
Add cabbage to your salad or throw it into your stir-fry dinner recipe!
Lemon gives you a boost of vitamin C and its enzymes have also been shown to help rejuvenate liver tissue and helps support skin collagen. Lemon has strong antibacterial properties and is commonly used as an ingredient in moisturizers.
Add lemon to your water for a skin boost!