Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and represents the main part of the connective tissue, providing support and elasticity. It plays a fundamental role for the health of skin, hair, cartilage, bones and muscle tissue.
The production of Collagen decreases and its degradation increases during our lifetime. This is a consequence of the ageing processes but also of inappropriate lifestyles (excessive sun exposure, cigarette smoking, pollution and an unbalanced diet) and oxidative stress.
Collagen loss has several effects
Skin
Loss of hydration and elasticity, appearance of wrinkles and brown spots, changes typical of skin ageing.
Hair
Increased weakness of the hair bulbs and the hair shaft; loss of shine and increased brittleness.
Nails
Fragility and slower growth.
Collagen supplementation
Collagen is produced naturally by the body but can also be taken in using food supplements containing Collagen. The bioavailable form of Collagen is made up of peptides, which are small hydrolysed fragments of Collagen that can be absorbed easily by the body.
