Collagen
Collagens are a group of structural proteins found only in multicellular animals, mainly of connective tissue. Collagens are found, among other places, in the white, inelastic fibres of tendons, ligaments, bones and cartilages. Layers of the skin also consist of collagens (Wikipedia). Collagen, the most abundant protein in the human body, plays a fundamental role in the resilience and elasticity of tissue. Although it is naturally produced by the body, its ability to synthesise decreases over time, especially with age. Therefore, supplementing with collagen can help slow the signs of ageing. To achieve a visible effect, it is important to choose a collagen preparation carefully. Various criteria such as source, type of collagen, concentration and traceability should be taken into account when deciding.... Read more
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What is Collagen
The name derives from the Greek word "Kollagen", which is composed of the two words "Kolla" (glue) and "Gen" (product). Collagen is a structural protein made up of amino acids and plays a crucial role in the body. It is present in almost all our cells as well as in our skin, tendons, cartilage and ligaments. The function of collagen is of great importance, as it is responsible for the strength, elasticity and renewal of all tissues. Without this protein the body cannot function optimally and ages prematurely. Normally our body produces collagen on its own. Unfortunately this production decreases from the age of 25, which inevitably leads to premature ageing of the whole body. This process accelerates over time and becomes even more noticeable during the menopause.
The Different Types of Collagen
Our body contains a variety of collagen types, with types I, II and III being dominant and together accounting for almost 90% of these proteins in the body. But what purpose do they serve?
Collagen Type I
Collagen type I is the most common protein in the body and plays a decisive role in the structural support of bones, connective tissue, organs and blood vessels. With its impressive elasticity this collagen type helps to soften wrinkles and promote skin elasticity. It also helps to keep the skin sufficiently hydrated and healthy. It is widely known that the concentration of collagen type I in the body decreases over life, which is why experts recommend taking collagen type I to combat the first signs of skin ageing.
Collagen Type II
Collagen type II is found in cartilage and is responsible for its flexibility and elasticity. This tissue is present in various body parts such as the nose, the bronchi and the chest. Collagen type II cushions the joints and thus contributes to joint health.
Collagen Type III
Collagen type III belongs to the group of fibrillar proteins and is found in lymphatic tissue as well as in bone marrow. Due to its branched fibres it holds together the elements responsible for the formation of blood cells. It also plays a role in wound healing. As collagen type III is also present in the dermis (the name of a layer of skin), it works in synergy with collagen type to support various skin functions.
In addition to the main components, which make up about 10 to 20% of the collagens in the body, there are also other types such as collagen IV, V or X. Each of these collagen types fulfils a specific task, however they all cooperate with one another to maintain the health of the organism.
Bovine Collagen versus Marine Collagen:
Bovine collagen is obtained from the skin of cattle, then sterilised and liquefied. Similar to marine collagen it is used primarily for ageing skin. However it has a decisive drawback: the body absorbs it, excretes it and thus loses the positive effects. In contrast, marine collagen comes from fish and crabs. It is more efficient than bovine collagen because it is more easily digestible and can therefore be better absorbed by the body. In addition its composition more closely resembles the human collagen structure. Unlike bovine collagen it is not excreted, making its positive effect longer-lasting.