Collagen is a vital ingredient for smooth skin, strong joints and even wound healing.
1 But how much for you actually know about it? And, more importantly, how can you get more of it in simple – and ideally delicious – ways?
Before we tuck into our list of collagen-supporting foods, here’s some science: “Essentially collagen is found in any part of the human body that needs to be strong but also have an element of elasticity or ‘give’,” explains H&B Senior Nutritionist, Alex Thompson.
“It also helps to form keratin – the major structural protein in hair – and cartilage, which works as a shock absorber and allows free movement in joints. Finally, it works alongside another substance in the skin called hyaluronic acid to help to promote skin hydration,” he adds.2
Unfortunately we lose more and more of these benefits as we age,
3 which is why you might choose to get extra through your diet or supplements. Let’s find out more about the options, including
vegan ways to support collagen too...