Ryan Taylor Natural Remedies Presents
The Top 20 foods Rich In Collagen.
Collagen is a very important structural protein that makes up 25-35% of the human body.
It is used as a building block to keep the skin looking youthful and healthy.
Collagen is also used for building teeth, hair, tendons, cartilage, arteries, lymph
tissue and cellular meshes around the internal organs.
Unfortunately as we age, our bodies produce less collagen which weakens the framework
of our cells, causing weakness in the joints, and wrinkles etc..
Vitamin deficiencies and eating junk foods also damages collagen.
In today's video we are going to explore a list of the top 16 healthy foods that boost
collagen production in the body.
Eating these regularly will help to slow the aging process, and protect your body against
wrinkles, hair loss, weak joints and organ damage.
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1.
Bone Broth Bone broth is by far the best source of collagen
that you can consume.
Animal bones are boiled for long periods which releases collagen into the water and it becomes
gelatin.
When we drink this, the body breaks it back down into collagen and uses it to form cells,
tissues, hair, skin etc..
You can make this yourself at home or purchase a bone broth powder and mix with warm water.
2.
Blueberries Dark coloured berries such as these are rich
in pigments called anthocyanins.
These help to boost the production of collagen in the body rapidly.
Berries in particular are rich in antioxidants and nutrients that improves skin health and
radiance.
They also reduce the development of wrinkles.
3.
Oysters These shellfish are rich in minerals especially
zinc and copper.
These activate proteins and molecules that are required for synthesizing (making) collagen
in the body.
Zinc in particular activates 'Collagenase' which allows your cells to remodel collagen.
4.
Beef It's recommended to eat grass fed beef at
least twice per week.
This is made up of essential amino acids that the body can't make on its own.
It also provides non-essential amino acids which help the body make collagen.
Beef is also a good source of copper and CoQ10 which also boosts collagen.
5.
Eggs Egg whites contain two of the main amino acids
which make up collagen.
These are called glycine and proline.
The yellow yolks are also rich in healthy fats and Vitamin D which helps the skin, bones
and muscles.
Be sure to purchase pasture raised eggs (organic).
6.
Sauerkraut This probiotic rich food feeds the friendly
microbes in your gut which help your body absorb Iron, Vitamin C, Zinc, B12 and other
nutrients that support the body in making more of its own collagen.
Eat 1 serving 3 times per week to improve your gut health.
7.
Salmon Wild caught salmon is rich in vitamin A, in
its active form called "retinol".
Vitamin A activates genes that triggers the production of collagen.
This is especially important for building soft, moisturized skin.
8.
Broccoli Many people are deficient in Vitamin C because
they do not consume enough vegetables.
If you are lacking in this, your body is unable to synthesize new collagen properly.
Broccoli is a fantastic source of Vitamin C complex which binds collagen fibres together
and is also an antioxidant which protects the skin from free radical damage.
9.
Goats Cheese This is yet another rich source of active
Vitamin A which speeds up the production of collagen.
The body also needs saturated fats to make collagen, so cheese, butter and oily fish
are excellent sources.
10.
Garlic One of the most powerful superfoods in the
world, garlic contains a high amount of sulfur, a trace mineral that helps protect against
the breakdown of collagen with age.
Eating this regularly helps to fight off disease and protect the body against free radical
damage.
11.
Rose Hips These small fruits are well known for improving
the health of the skin, hair and nails.
Six rose hips provides 132% of the recommended daily value for Vitamin C.
We recommend using these as a supplement to protect the skin, especially with age.
12.
Butter The skin and connective tissues in the body
are made of protein and fats.
For this reason, saturated fats and proteins are used to make collagen in the body.
Butter from grass fed cows provides the raw materials to build collagen.
It is also rich in Vitamin A which activates collagen production at the genetic level.
13.
Apple Cider Vinegar Those who suffer with indigestion, gas or
acid reflux often have low stomach acid.
If your stomach acid is low, you cannot digest collagen or trace minerals properly.
Drinking a glass of water with 1tbsp raw apple cider vinegar strengthens the stomach, and
allows you to absorb more nutrients.
14.
Olive Oil Often referred to as "the healthiest fat on
Earth", it's no doubt that extra virgin olive oil has a powerful impact on the body.
It is loaded with Vitamin E for improving the health of the hair and skin, by stimulating
better blood flow and collagen production.
It also reduces inflammation in the body which naturally slows down aging.
15.
Chicken You may have noticed that most collagen supplements
are derived from Pasture Raised Chicken.
The natural occurring proteins in chickens are a key component to building cartilage,
bone and other tissues, and may help in reducing arthritis, back and neck pain.
16.
Raspberries Another source of anthocyanins, vitamin C
and antioxidants for the rapid production of collagen.
Add a small handful to your lunch each day to strengthen your immune system and boost
energy levels.
17.
Mineral Water Drinking a good quality mineral water each
day can help the body to produce connective tissues.
We recommend using brands which are from volcanic underground sources.
These are rich in trace minerals which serve as raw materials for building tissues and
cells.
18.
Sunflower Seeds Vitamin E is also a very important building
block for collagen, especially if you are going through menopause.
Sunflower seeds are one of the richest sources of this containing 35mg in 100g of seeds.
Vitamin E protects the skin against aging, sun burns, oxidation and scarring.
It also supports the pituitary hormones.
19.
Avocados Eating avocados regularly supplies your body
alpha-linolenic acid, a type of healthy omega-3 fat that reduces inflammation throughout the
body.
This combined with the potassium and Vitamin E, makes this fruit a powerhouse of nutrition
to fight aging and boost collagen synthesis.
20.
Gelatin Last but not least gelatin can be used to
boost collagen levels in the body.
This comes in powdered form or as gelatin leaves and can be made into delicious “jellies”.
This is extracted from animal bones just like bone broth.
You can add flavouring and hot water to make a collagen packed dessert with hardly any
calories.
Extra Tips Now I just want to share with you a few extra
tips on increasing collagen.
Eating a mixture of the foods listed in this video will help to boost the production of
collagen in your body, reducing the development of wrinkles in the form of sagging skin.
These foods improve elasticity of the skin and regulate oil production, making it appear
more youthful and radiant.
You're also likely to experience stronger bones, reduced joint pain and healthier arteries
,as collagen is the key structural protein for each of these.
If you want to truly protect your body from collagen loss however, it's also vital to
cut out refined foods like sugar and grains.
Vegetable oils, margarine and soda drinks in particular trigger free radical damage
to your collagen proteins, so stick with extra virgin olive oil and raw coconut oil for your
cooking needs, and herbal teas for a flavoursome drink.
On a final note, if you have had your gallbladder removed, it's recommended to take a supplement
made from purified bile salts each day.
These will help your body absorb the fats, proteins and minerals that it needs to build
new collagen and connective tissue.
Intermittent fasting is another excellent way to help your body recycle and make new
collagen.
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