WELLNESS

5 REASONS WHY YOU NEED COLLAGEN

By Bella Angeles

August 17, 2021

Collagen is a protein that our bodies naturally make. Although collagen is often associated as a beauty nutrient, there are plenty more reasons why you’ll want more of this protein in your diet.

Collagen heals your gut lining and reduces intestinal inflammation. Sipping bone broth daily aids in many gut issues, improves digestion, and helps heal leaky gut syndrome.

As we age, our collagen production begins to decrease. With collage supplementation, it allows your body to absorb the vital nutrient to reproduce. In effect, you gain reduced fine lines and wrinkles, along with smoother and tighter skin.

High concentrations of collagen are located in our joints and connective tissues, which is why collagen supplementation is ideal for preventing joint issues as we age.

As a protein, it is convertible to energy and metabolism. Mix yourself a collagen drink next time you’re looking for a satisfying snack without packing in the calories.

Collagen can help maximize the effects of your beauty sleep. Collagen helps to lower blood pressure and relaxes the body into going into a deeper state of sleep.

For my daily dose of collagen, I opty for collagen powders or ready-made collagen drinks - which taste delicious!  How do you get collagen in your diet? I'd love to know!

@BellaAngeles