Reading time: 3 minWith the term collagen These are the names of a series of proteins that, from a quantitative point of view, represent the most abundant portion in the human organism, and which are often not given the right attention.
In what sense do collagen proteins represent the largest portion in the human body?
Because in addition to representing on average about 6% of body weight and 25% of total protein mass, collagen in practice it performs all the roles in the organism that require a "mechanical" nature of stability, to support any tissue called upon to face stimuli of this nature, from that of the epidermis to that of the bone.
In practice, just as steel constitutes the elastic sealing component of a concrete column, the collagen It performs a practically equivalent function in the human organism.
So the optimization of different functions from the adhesion of the bone to that of the skin has to deal with collagen.
What does this mean in practice?
That all too often when thinking about nutraceutical help, before looking for protective, antioxidant or pharmacological support, the first aspect to consider should be that of optimize collagen synthesis in the body.
How can collagen synthesis be optimized?
In two distinct ways, which work particularly well when paired together:
- Provide the body with adequate quantities of the substances which intervene in collagen synthesis;
- To create a system in the body condition that stimulates synthesis of collagen.
The first aspect can be achieved on the one hand through an adequate supply of vitamin C, essential for the synthesis of collagen and B vitamins, which by optimizing the metabolism of practically all cell types present in the body, can provide functional support for production.
At this point, the “building blocks” used by the body for collagen synthesis are missing, and where can we find them if not directly from dietary collagen?
However, there is one very important condition to meet: the "building blocks" obtained from dietary collagen must be able to stimulate the body's synthesis. This is achieved specifically through an enzymatic process called biological hydrolysis.
What does the biological hydrolysis that stimulates collagen absorption consist of?
In a process that leads to the collagen digestion by “specialized” proteins (enzymes) that allow the production of specific “building blocks” or peptides, which can be recognized by the cells that will start the production process in the organism before being used.
This allows us to obtain a product with a single raw material dual objective: that of provide the stimulus simultaneously with the building material. Generally for this type of application one of the most studied raw materials is the marine collagen, subjected to a biological hydrolysis process.
The products that allow for a better result are generally very concentrated and are consumed in dosages from 2000 to 5000 mg.
THE'synergistic combination with vitamins (especially vitamin C), minerals And antioxidant substances, can further promote the achievement of a better result in shorter times, by designing a solution that allows for the optimization of all the aspects involved in collagen synthesis, constituting a solution of extreme interest for the skin health.
Which vitamins, minerals, and other substances can be particularly beneficial when consumed synergistically with collagen?
As mentioned, the intake of vitamin C, an essential substance for support collagen synthesis efficient and effective.
Using two different sources of vitamin C, one synthetic and one of plant origin obtained from Acerola, it is possible to exploit both the high concentration of the substance and all the benefits deriving from the presence of a phytocomplex of plant origin.
In this context, the presence of proves to be even more useful Zinc, a basic micronutrient to support protein synthesis (and therefore also collagen synthesis) and the maintenance of healthy, functional skin.
The presence of Resveratrol with antioxidant and protective functions completes the picture, but above all theHyaluronic acid, capable of functionally promoting thetissue hydration, useful for supporting the tone and trophism of the skin.
So, when is it recommended to take collagen?
This is essential for all those applications that place the epidermis at the centre of attention such as anti-aging treatments, the management of a program of body weight loss and the support of the constantly exposed areas, for work or play needs, to unfavorable environmental factors, constituting a valid support to the health and beauty of the skin in all conditions.
