COLLAGEN | COLLOZINE COLLAGEN

COLLAGEN IN
OUR BODIES

Collagen is the major protein in the connective tissues of the body. It ensures the integrity, elasticity and strength of skin, cartilage and bones.

WHAT IS
COLLAGEN?

Collagen is a triple helix built from three amino acid chains, which forms strong fibers and provides the body with structure. Collagen is the human body’s most abundant protein, making up around 30% of total protein content. It ensures the integrity, elasticity, and strength of our body's connective tissues and thus maintaining the form and function of our skin, cartilage, and bones.

YOUR BODIES BEGIN TO PRODUCE LESS COLLAGEN

This process begins when we are around the age of 30 and accelerates in our 40s – leading to the inevitable visual and noticeable signs of aging. Collagen loss is a natural process, but other factors such as exposure to UV, pollution, and lifestyle choices can lead to early or more intense signs of aging.

DIFFERENT CELLS IN OUR BODY ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF COLLAGEN

The cells use specific amino acids as building blocks for the long chains that are wound together to the large collagen triple helix. Several helices are then organized into the strong fibers that provide structural tissue support, flexibility and the ability to withstand forces.

SKIN

Collagen constitutes 75% of the skin's dry mass content. A key component of the skin’s structure, collagen fibers provide the infrastructure for elastin, which maintains skin elasticity, and for hyaluronic acid to trap moisture.

tendons

Tendons are strong fibrous connective tissues that connect muscles to bones. During muscle contraction the tendons' role is to transmit forces and withstand tension. Tendons contain 85% collagen type 1 and also proteoglycans.

joint cartilage

Joint cartilage is made up of cellular building blocks (chondrocytes), which produce an extracellular matrix, consisting of collagen and proteoglycans (mainly aggrecan). Collagen fibers make up 70% of cartilage and are responsible for its structure and strength, while proteoglycans serve as lubricant to the joint.

bone

Representing around 90% of organic bone mass, collagen provides the structural framework on which calcium and other minerals are anchored. Collagen fibers also provide bone flexibility.

THINGS THAT DAMAGE COLLAGEN

Eating too much sugar and refined carbs.

Sugar interferes with collagen’s ability to repair itself. Minimize your consumption of added sugar and refined carbs.

Too much sunshine.

Ultraviolet radiation can reduce collagen production. Avoid excessive sun exposure.

Smoking.

Smoking reduces collagen production. This can impair wound healing and lead to wrinkles.

NUTRIENTS THAT INCREASE COLLAGEN PRODUCTION

Vitamin C. Large amounts are found in citrus fruits, bell peppers, and strawberries.
Proline. COLLOZINE collagen peptides contain more than 12% of proline.
Glycine. COLLOZINE collagen peptides contain more than 23% of glycine.
Zine. Large amounts are found in organ meats, pumpkin seeds, chickpeas.

COLLOZINE collagen peptides also contain 8% of arginine, 10% of Glutamic acid, 8% of alanine, 10% of Hydroxyproline, and other amino acids your body needs for collagen production.

COLLAGEN IN OUR BODIES

WHAT IS COLLAGEN?