Collagen is also found in many foods and supplements, and these are the richest sources:
- Chicken: It contains type 2 collagen, which is great for joint health, and the cartilage. This collagen also contains chondroitin sulfate and glucosamine sulfate.
- Bovine (Cow/Beef): It comes mostly from the skin, muscles, and bones of cows. It mostly contains types 1 and 3 collagen, but is also high in the amino acids glycine and proline, which support creatinine production, building muscle and the production of collagen by the body.
- Fish: It is rich in type 1 collagen, as well as glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline. The regular consumption of fish leads to improved skin, digestion, joint and bone health, and it also supports the function of the blood vessels and body organs.
- Egg Shell Membrane: It is rich in type 1 collagen, amino acids, glucosamine sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, and hyaluronic acid, and it supports wound healing, pain relief, and the building of the connective tissue.
- In reality, gelatin and collagen are the same, they have the same protein and amino acid content profile, so their only difference is in the way they are used and digested.
- Gelatin powder has a gel-like consistency when prepared, and it can be used in the preparation of jelly, gelatin-based desserts, gut-healing gummies, and other recipes. You just need to dissolve it in hot water.
- Yet, it is not suitable for people who don’t have strong digestion.
- Collagen powders – They are also known as hydrolyzed collagen or collagen hydrolysate, are processed in a different way. The collagen is heated to a higher temperature and is afterward treated with enzymes.
- Collagen powders are better for people with weaker or stressed digestion. Collagen powder does not create the gel-like consistency, so you can add it to whatever you like, and can be dissolved in both cold and hot liquids.
Yet, the most natural option and the easiest to digest in bone broth.
Here are several additional benefits of the use of collagen:
Healthy and glowing skin – the protein in collagen improves the skin and repairs it, boosting its elasticity. It rejuvenates the skin, and reduces the stretch marks and elasticity.
Improved digestion – collagen repairs and heals the gut lining, and digestive inflammation.
Healthy nails – collagen protein also enhances nail health and strengthens them.
Exercise recovery – collagen promotes a healthy inflammatory response by accelerating the repair of the damaged connective tissues. You should add a few tablespoons of collagen powder to your cup of coffee, water, or herbal tea before your workout, and you will reduce the needed recovery time on harder training days.
Strong and thick hair – the intake of collagen strengthens the hair, treats the breakage and hair loss, and provides a natural shine.
If you decide to supplement with collagen, you should know that it has no texture and taste, so it is easy to add in some added protein (8g in 1 tbsp). Add it to your regular routine and you will soon experience amazing improvements! Previous Page
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