What is collagen
Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body & the primary building block for skin, muscles, bones, tendons and connective tissue. It accounts for about 30% of its total protein. It’s also found in your organs, blood vessels and intestinal lining.
Proteins are made from amino acids. The main amino acids that make collagen are proline, glycine and hydroxyproline. These amino acids group together to form protein fibrils in a triple helix structure. Your body also needs the proper amount of vitamin C, zinc, copper and manganese to make the triple helix.
What does collagen do?
What does collagen do?
• Helps new cell growth (encourages fibroblasts to form in your dermis - middle skin layer).
• Replacing dead skin cells.
• Providing a protective covering for organs.
• Giving structure, strength and elasticity to your skin.
5 different types of collagen:
Type I
This type makes up 90% of your body’s collagen. Type I is densely packed and used to provide structure to your skin, bones, tendons and ligaments.
Type II
This type is found in elastic cartilage, which provides joint support
Type III
This type is found in muscles, arteries and organs.
Type IV
This type is found in the layers of your skin.
Type V
This type is found in the cornea of your eyes, some layers of skin, hair and tissue of the placenta.
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