FOCAL NUTRITION Hydrolysed Collagen Peptides

We recommend consuming  10g of Hydrolysed Collagen Peptides daily. This can be taken in a single dose before bed or spread across the afternoon. If gastric discomfort occurs, consume with food.

Yes, this product is great for women as well!

1. What does Collagen do?

Collagen is the main structural protein in connective tissues such as the skin, tendons, cartilage, and bones, constituting 25–30% of all proteins in the body (Squire & Parry 2017). Collagen's main function is related to providing mechanical support. In association with hyaluronic acid, reticulin, and elastin, which are other fibers found in the extracellular matrix, collagen forms a support network for the skin's immune system (Benson & Watkinson 2012, Ricard-Blum 2011).

This collagen network becomes increasingly fragmented with age and other damage from sun, smoking or alcohol (Varani et al. 2006). Ageing also increases the generation of enzymes that degrade collagen, thus decreasing the ability to repair any damage that occurs (Quan et al 2013, Jin et al 2001). 

This dual negativity leads to structural and functional changes in the dermal layer, including volume reduction, elasticity loss, decreased epidermal thickness, increased wrinkles (Calleja-Agius et al 2013), and decreased capacity to retain moisture in the skin (Calleja-Agius et al 2007).

 

2. Is Collagen safe?

Yes, Collagen is generally well tolerated, including several clinical trials with up to 10 grams ingested per day and with no adverse side-effects (Asserin et al. 2015). 

We do not recommend consuming higher quantities as the safety data is unknown and it is likely there are no added benefits.

 

3. Did you know?

Vitamin C can be taken in combination with your collagen supplement to provide the ultimate boost in skin health!

Vitamin C has been shown to boost collagen synthesis across multiple clinical trials. Furthermore, adding it to your routine can help improve wound healing and immune support!

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