5 Amazing Benefits of Collagen Protein

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The new “darling” of the nutrition world, bone broth is filled with gelatin which has been shown to have many amazing health qualities, from its contribution to glowing skin, less wrinkles, bone/joint health and improved digestion to weight management and better sleep.

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But is gelatin the same thing as collagen?

We often find people get confused over the difference between gelatin and collagen. Gelatin is derived from collagen; so when collagen breaks down, it becomes gelatin. This is exactly what happens with bone broth.

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Bones are loaded with collagen and as the broth cooks, it breaks down into gelatin. So gelatin is the cooked form of collagen.

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So what exactly IS collagen? Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body. It is found in the bones, muscles, skin and tendons, where it forms a framework to provide strength and structure.

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Unfortunately, collagen production tends to naturally decline with age. Those who smoke and have a high sugar consumption are at an even greater risk of losing this precious protein.

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So as you can see, collagen is an especially important part of keeping our bodies healthy for a ton of reasons. Here’s a rundown of the top 5 benefits.

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1). Beautiful skin, reduced wrinkles: Collagen is an important building block for the skin. In fact, 70% of the protein in skin is collagen, and is responsible for the cohesion, elasticity and regeneration of skin.

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2). Bone and joint health: Collagen makes up to 90% of bone mass. Several studies have shown that the presence of collagen peptides can stimulate osteoblasts, the cells responsible for bone formation.

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