• Sunlight: Make sure to put on the sunscreen as ultraviolet rays in sunlight cause collagen to break down more rapidly, damaging collagen fibers and causing abnormal elastin to build up. The UV rays in sunlight damage the collagen in the dermis, and the skin rebuilds incorrectly, forming wrinkles. • The aging process causes collagen levels to deplete naturally over time. There is no way to prevent this however, avoiding tobacco and excess sun exposure and following a healthful dietary and exercise regime can help reduce visible aging and protect collagen, keeping the skin, bones, muscles, and joints healthy for longer.
In most collagens, the molecules are packed together to form long, thin fibrils and it is often referred to the “glue” that holds the body together acting as supporting struc- tures and anchor cells to each other. There are at least 16 different types of collagen, but 80 to 90 percent of them belong to types 1, 2, and 3. These different types have different structures and func- tions. Collagen Types 1 & 3 for Hair, Skin, Nails, and Bones
Type 1 collagen fibrils are particularly capable of being stretched. Gram-for- gram, they are stronger than steel.
IMPORTANCE OF COLLAGEN TYPES 1 & 3:
PREVENTING COLLAGEN LOSS
• minimize fine lines and wrinkles • improve elasticity • support the bone matrix (36% of bone is made up of collagen Type 1 and 3) • correct weak or damaged nail beds • thicken fine hair, slows hair loss • improve circulation • promote glycine production which builds leans muscle and helps burn fat during sleep
A healthful diet can help the body produce collagen.
Nutrients that may support collagen formation include:
• Proline: In egg whites, meat, cheese, soy, and cabbage. • Anthocyanidins: In blackberries, blueberries, cherries, and raspberries. • Vitamin C: In oranges, strawberries, peppers, and broccoli. • Copper: In shellfish, nuts, red meat, and some drinking water. • Vitamin A: Occurring in animal-derived foods and in plant foods as beta-carotene. Collagen becomes even more important as we age because production naturally begins to slow down. Other lifestyle factors can contribute to depleting collagen levels like eating a high-sugar diet, smoking, and excessive sun exposure. Consuming foods like bone broth and supple- menting with collagen can provide plenty of this vital protein to help us fight back and slow down the aging process. 1. Healthy skin and hair 2. Eases joint discomfort 3. Helps seal a "leaky gut" 4. Promotes healthy metabolism, muscles, and energy levels 5. Deeper, more restful sleeps Aside from supplementation, the best source of collagen is from BONE BROTH. So, don’t throwthose bones out! Make a soup! Whether it be from beef, chicken, or pork, start boiling those bones! I know “boneless” meat is easier, but “bone- in” meat is better for you!!! TOP FIVE BENEFITS OF COLLAGEN:
Collagen Type 2 for Joint and Cartilage Support
IMPORTANCE OF COLLAGEN TYPE 2:
• makes up 50-60% of protein in cartilage • makes up 85-90% of collagen in articular cartilage • may reduce popping knees • may support back, jaw, and joints • includes glucosamine, chondroitin, and hyaluronic acid
WHAT DAMAGES COLLAGEN?
Some factors can deplete the levels of collagen within the body. Avoiding them could keep the skin and joints healthy for longer as we age. • High sugar consumption: High-sugar diet increases the rate of glycation, a process where blood sugars attach to proteins to form new molecules called advanced glycation end products (AGEs). AGEs damage nearby proteins and can make collagen dry, brittle, and weak. • Smoking: This should go without saying but the chemi- cals present in tobacco smoke damage both collagen and elastin in the skin. Nicotine also narrows the blood vessels in the outer layers of the skin. This compromises skin health by reducing the delivery of nutrients and oxygen to the skin.
79
JUNE 2017 • SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS MAGAZINE
Made with FlippingBook - Online Brochure Maker