Collagen – properties and effects on human health
Collagen is the most important protein in the human body
It accounts for up to 30% of total human protein mass and 70% of skin protein mass. In the following article you will learn how a collagen deficiency manifests itself, what causes it, to what extent it damages your joints and how you can compensate for this lack of the valuable protein collagen in your joints.
After the age of 25, the human body gradually loses its ability to rebuild collagen on its own. We are not able to block this process, but we can slow it down through collagen supplementation.
Collagen is involved in the basic life functions of almost all systems and organs. It also has an important function in the human immune system.
A collagen deficiency therefore manifests itself, among other things, in a loss of smooth and painless joint function, a weakening of the skin, hair and nails, a reduced ability of the body to regenerate after physical exertion, dysfunctions in the musculoskeletal system and in the work of tissues and organs for which collagen and interacting substances have strategic functions. Disorders of the immune system, in which collagen has a defence function by preventing the invasion and spread of pathogens (environmental toxins), microorganisms and cancer cells, are also dangerous to health and life.
Read on to see what other effects a collagen deficiency can have.
Effects of collagen deficiency
- Faster aging of the skin
- Loss of firmness and elasticity of the skin
- Stiffness of the joints, back pain
- Brittle and dull hair
- Dryness and irritation of the skin
- Formation of deep wrinkles
- Cellulite formation
- Discolouration of the skin
- Stretch marks
Sufficient collagen improves physical performance and increases resistance to excessive stress on tendons, ligaments and joints. It also speeds up the body’s ability to recover from injury or surgery. Learn more about the benefits of collagen supplementation below.
Advantages of collagen supplementation:
- Increase the strength of joints, ligaments and tendons
- Faster growth of the natural building blocks of muscle mass
- Increased physical performance and faster recovery after exercise
- Reduced appetite and maintenance of a healthy body weight
- Enhanced immunity
- Faster recovery from injuries and fractures
- Counteracts the formation of wrinkles
- Improved elasticity, smoothness and firmness of the skin
- Reduction of skin discolouration
- Healthy and beautiful hair
- Strong nails
- Prevents the formation of cellulite
- Increase the elasticity and firmness of the skin
- Prevention of osteoporosis
- Rebuilding of the cartilage
- Alleviates the symptoms of menopause
What distinguishes Primabiotic Collagen?
Collagen is available on the market in various forms: tablets, powders to mix with water, creams, gels or liquids. Collagen can also be found in food: in bone broths or jellies.
Find out why our Primabiotic Collagen is the best choice!
- 10 000 mg collagen in a single dose – the maximum recommended daily dose of collagen.
- Hydrolysed collagen, 2000 Da, which guarantees absorption of up to 95% .
- Free from sugar, preservatives and other artificial additives
- Refreshing fruit flavour – Austrian BIO-certified apple juice concentrate and natural peach flavouring.
- Rich in vitamins – B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, B12, C, D3, E
- Does not need to be stored in the fridge
- Ready to use immediately, no measuring or mixing with water required
- Small, handy bottle that fits easily into a handbag or suitcase
- Environmentally-friendly glass packaging
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