A list of healthy foods rich in collagen
Collagen is a very important protein that makes up 25-35% of the human body.
It is used to keep the skin looking youthful
and healthy. Collagen is also a building block used for building teeth, tendons, hair, arteries,
cartilage, skin, lymph and cellular meshes within the internal organs.
Unfortunately most people lose collagen as
we tend to eat too many junk foods and sugars, which damages collagen. Aging and vitamin
deficiencies can also lower collagen in the body.
In today's video we share with you a list
of 16 healthy foods that will boost collagen in the body.
Eating these regularly will slow down the
aging process and protect the body from wrinkles, hair loss, weak joints and organ damage.
1. Bone Broth Bone broth is by far the best source of collagen
that you can consume. 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..
2. Blackberries
Dark coloured berries such as these are high in pigments called anthocyanins. These help
to boost the production of collagen in the body rapidly. Berries in particular are rich
in 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
(or making) collagen in the body. Zinc in particular activates 'Collagenase' which allows
you cells to remodel collagen.
4. Beef We recommend eating 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 are used to make up collagen.
Beef also contains copper which helps the body to make collagen.
5. Egg
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. Salmon
Wild caught salmon is rich in vitamin A, in it's active form called "retinol". Vitamin
A activates genes that triggers the production of collagen. This is especially important
for building soft, moisturized skin.
7. Goats Cheese This is yet another rich source of 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.
8. Broccoli
Many people are deficient in Vitamin C as they do not consume enough vegetables. If
you are lacking in this, then your body is unable to absorb collagen and its building
blocks from foods that you eat. Broccoli is one of the best sources of Vitamin C, which
also acts an antioxidant. Antioxidants protect the skin from free radical damage.
9. 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.
10. 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. Drinking a glass of water with 2tbsp
raw apple cider vinegar strengthens the stomach, and allows you to absorb more nutrients.
11. 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.
12. 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.
13. Raspberries Another source of anthocyanin's, 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.
14. 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.
15. Olive Oil
Often referred to as "the healthiest fat on Earth", it's no doubt that olive oil has a
powerful impact on the body. It is loaded with Vitamin E for improving skin health and
collagen production. It also reduces inflammation in the body which naturally slows down aging.
16. 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 very low calories.
As you can see there are many foods that you
can eat to boost your production of collagen in the body.
Consuming these foods often will reduce the
development of wrinkles which are a form of sagging skin.
These foods improve the elasticity of the
skin and regulate oil production making it look more youthful and radiant.
Try to consume a handful of seeds and nuts
each day to boost your Vitamin E levels if your skin is most important to you.
You should also be avoiding A.G.E's if you
want to protect the youthfulness of the body.
These come from proteins and fats that have been mixed with sugars such as BBQ ribs, deep
fried doughnuts and sweetened buffet meats. These form sticky proteins that trigger rapid
and advanced aging.
If you have had your gallbladder removed, we highly recommend consuming ox bile supplements
each day. These will help your body absorb the fats that it needs to build collagen.
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