We all need collagen for healthy hair, bones and skin. Here you find the key facts about collagen and what you can do to stimulate your body’s own collagen production.

What is collagen?

Collagen is made up of three amino acids: glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline. Collagen is the main structural protein in the body's connective tissues and also very important for our gut health. As the main component of connective tissue, it is the most abundant protein in humans, making up to 35% of the body’s protein. Collagen gives structure to the skin and joints.

How do we lose collagen?

We lose collagen through age and also an unbalanced lifestyle and sugar play a big role.
Our skin is composed of collagen and elastin. Sugar and too much carbs like pasta and white bread causes cross-linking of collagen, which makes our skin lose elasticity. The more sugar and carbs we have in our diet, the faster our skin ages.

Is there a Collagen enhancing diet?

Eating enough protein is essential. Protein-rich foods supply the amino acids your body needs to produce collagen. This gets supported by nutrients, like vitamin C, zinc, and copper. Try to eat a wholefoods diet and integrate nuts, beans, lentils, whole grains, fish and eggs if you are not vegan. If you eat vegan try to integrate an adequate amount of protein per day in your menu. You can contact me for a free session to calculate your ideal protein intake.

Collagen stimulating Skincare

Using a dermaroller twice a month creates a micro-trauma in the skin which triggers the body’s own local collagen production.

A study published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology in March 2016 found that retinoic acid and retinol stimulate collagen synthesis in the skin. The Ringana Overnight treatment has become my favorite night ritual. It naturally triggers collagen production with Retinal (active form of Vitamin A), Vitamin B and C, Schisandra berry extract, spermidine and Dulse seaweed.

Tip: Collagen LATTE for healthy skin

A warm milkshake in the afternoon with the Plant Collagen Mix (15% code: SLOWMUNDANE ) is so beneficial for your skin with Aloe Vera, Lucuma, Vanilla, Pea Protein, Tremella and Tocos. It helps protect and stimulate your natural collagen.