Collagen
is the most abundant protein in our bodies. Its main function is to provide structural support to tissues like skin, tendons, and ligaments. It also plays an important role in wound healing.
Collagen production declines as we age, which is why wrinkles and other signs of aging skin are common.
There are many different types of collagen, but type I collagen is the most abundant. It's found in our skin, bones, tendons, and ligaments. Type II collagen is found in cartilage and type III collagen is found in blood vessels and other organs.
Collagen supplements are available in powder, pill, or liquid form. They're usually made from fish or bovine (cow) collagen.
Some people take collagen to improve joint pain, skin wrinkles, and other signs of aging. Others use it for conditions like osteoporosis and tendonitis.
Books discussing Collagen
The Collagen Diet
A 28-Day Plan for Sustained Weight Loss, Glowing Skin, Great Gut Health, and a Younger You
Dec 31, 2019 | 304 PagesDr. Josh Axe, the bestselling author of Keto Diet and Eat Dirt, is here to guide you on how to improve your overall health by taking advantage of dietary collagen in order to lose weight, have better digestion, and prevent disease. Why is interest in dietary collagen suddenly spiking? The advantages of a diet high in collagen are numerous and...Learn more about The Collagen Diet
The Kaufmann Protocol
Aging Solutions
Jul 11, 2022 | 430 PagesDrawing from the groundbreaking Kaufmann Protocol: Why We Age and How to Stop it, Aging Solutions is a comprehensive program for creating tailored longevity plans. It's the world's first systematized method of obtaining increased life expectancy. The immense success of book one paved the way for Aging Solutions to present an even more...Learn more about The Kaufmann Protocol
Experts discussing Collagen
Dr. Josh Axe
Doctor of natural medicine, clinical nutritionist, and passionate advocate for using food as medicine.Dr. Josh Axe is a doctor of natural medicine and a clinical nutritionist with a goal of assisting individuals in becoming healthy through the use of food as medicine. He established one of the United States' largest functional medicine practices and runs the popular health website draxe.com, where recipes, natural...Learn more about Dr. Josh Axe
Dr. Sandra Kaufmann, MD
Chief of Pediatric Anesthesia at Joe Dimaggio Children's Hospital, author, and CEO/Founder/Owner at Kaufmann Anti-Aging Institute.Dr. Kaufmann began her academic career in the field of cellular biology, earning a Master’s Degree from the University of Connecticut in Tropical Ecology and Plant Physiology. Turning to medicine, she received her medical Degree at the University of Maryland and completed a residency and fellowship at Johns Hopkins in...Learn more about Dr. Sandra Kaufmann, MD