Collagen: skin, gut, sleep, longevity!
Here’s a 3 minute read on collagen. You’ll learn why it’s good, and how to get it.
Skin So Smooth, You Could Pet Yourself
Collagen is basically the scaffolding that keeps your skin plump and bouncy. As you age, collagen production takes a nosedive. The result? Wrinkles, sagging, and realizing that eye cream is not a scam.
Supplementing collagen is like calling in reinforcements. The science:
• A systematic review and meta-analysis of 26 randomized controlled trials involving 1,721 participants found that hydrolyzed collagen supplementation significantly improved skin hydration and elasticity compared to a placebo. The participants took 10g of collagen a day!
• Another clinical trial demonstrated that daily intake of low-molecular-weight collagen peptides for six weeks led to significant reductions in skin wrinkle volume (46%), area (44%), and depth (9%), along with a 34% increase in skin moisturization compared to the placebo group.
Your Gut: Less Drama, More “Thank You for That Kale Smoothie”
Your gut lining is made of—you guessed it—collagen. When it starts to wear thin, things can get messy. We’re talking bloating, IBS, and the kind of discomfort that has you questioning your food choices.
Collagen swoops in to help seal and soothe your gut lining, making it less leaky and more “I got this.” The science:
• A study exploring the effects of an eight-week daily supplementation of 20 grams of collagen peptides in healthy female adults reported a reduction in digestive symptoms, including bloating, suggesting potential benefits for gut health.
Longevity: Collagen for the Long Haul
If you’re planning on sticking around for a while, collagen is key. It supports bone density, joint flexibility, and muscle mass—all crucial if you’re trying to age like a fine wine rather than an avocado.
Plus, collagen is packed with glycine, an amino acid that supports better sleep and combats inflammation. Good sleep + less inflammation = a longer, happier life. The math checks out.
MOST importantly: How to Get it!
You can score collagen from bone broth, fish skin, or a hydrolyzed collagen supplement — it’s broken down into bite-sized bits your body can absorb it nice and easy. I use BUBS Naturals collagen, cos it comes from grass fed AND pasture raised cows, and it tastes good. They’re offering my newsletter subbies (you) 20% off all your orders!
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Mix it in your coffee, smoothie,. Bonus: It’s virtually tasteless,.
Bone broth: incredible choice, just takes a long time. I like to use a bone broth concentrate, I use it in stews and soups or even sip it with some hot water. I use this one: https://a.co/d/eisme2u
A note about Vitamin C: Vitamin C is essential for collagen synthesis, as it plays a key role in stabilizing and cross-linking collagen fibers, promoting skin elasticity, wound healing, and overall connective tissue health. I use this one: https://a.co/d/6flr20g
The Bottom Line
If you want smoother skin, a happier gut, and joints that don’t sound like bubble wrap, collagen is worth the hype. So go forth and glow!
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Stay smooth,
Luke Cook
