Collagen on Keto: Why You Need To Start It Now, Not Later
By Anna Hunley

Whether you’re a keto newbie or a keto veteran, you need to know about collagen on keto! I talk a lot about collagen here on the blog but today I want to talk about why you should use collagen proactively instead of reactively. If collagen is a new term for you, or if you’ve heard me talk about it for a year but never paid attention, keep reading and see why collagen on keto is a must! 

I’m proud to have partnered with my good friends at Further Food to bring you this blog post. All opinions are my own.

What Is Collagen?

Long story short, collagen is a supplement. Just like you’d take fish oil, B12, or omega-3, collagen falls into the same category. 

Collagen, which is a pure bovine (cow) protein, can come in two forms- gelatin (think gummies and jello) and hydrolyzed (also known as peptides). For purposes of this post, we’re talking about collagen peptides because it is mostly absorbed by the body (which means it has the most benefits).

There is a really science-y and well-written article on bovine collagen on the Further Food website if you want to go more in-depth. 

Collagen makes up 70% of our skin as well as our connective tissues and bones. There is a whole bunch of chemistry in regards to collagen, like the amino acid chains, which you can read more about here.

What you really need to know is that collagen is vital to our body and as we age, we lose it! What else is new?

Why Should You Take Collagen Peptides?

As I mentioned above, collagen peptides are absorbed the most in our body, in respect to the various forms of collagen. The benefits of a collagen peptide regimen include:

           Repairs bones and joints (makes you less susceptible to injury- great for athletes)

            Helps reduce inflammation (especially helpful if you have arthritis)

            Keeps gut lining healthy (reduces chances of getting sick)

           Heartburn and ulcer prevention (by regulating digestion)

           Fills in fine lines, wrinkles, and cellulite (you get wrinkles when you lose collagen)

           Strengthens hair, skin, nails (more mani/pedis might be required)

           Hydrates skin (more than a cream or serum because it gets to the dermal layer)

As you can see, a collagen peptide regimen aids in so many areas of our body that we struggle with as the years go on. 

Unfortunately, many of us start beauty routines, medication, etc. as a reaction to an already occurring problem.

 

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