As a protein, collagen is made up of amino acids (arginine, glycine, hydroxyproline, and proline). Amino acids are comprised of the elements: carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. Collagen is produced by fibroblasts (biological cells that help to form the structure of animal tissues). A collagen protein's structure gives it the unique strength your body needs. There are 1,050 amino acids in each of the three chains that make up collagen. And they’re held together with hydrogens—the smallest atom. Glycine is an amino acid [...]

As with all B vitamins, B5 helps the body break down fats, carbohydrates, and proteins so that your body can use them for energy and rebuilding tissues, muscles, and organs. WHERE IT IS FOUND Pantothenic acid is widely available in food, but it is lost in processing, such as canning, freezing, and milling. For example, whole grains are a reliable source of vitamin B5, but milling can remove up to 75 % of the B5 content. To ensure adequate intake, you should [...]

BACKGROUND: Skin dryness and an accelerated fragmentation of the collagen network in the dermis are hallmarks of skin aging. Nutrition is a key factor influencing skin health and consequently its appearance. A wide range of dietary supplements is offered to improve skin health. Collagen peptides are used as a bioactive ingredient in nutricosmetic products and have been shown in preclinical studies to improve skin barrier function, to induce the synthesis of collagen and hyaluronic acid, and to promote fibroblast growth and migration. [...]