Top ten benefits of Marine Collagen
Top ten benefits of marine collagen
As we age, our body's ability to produce new collagen declines and existing collagen begins to break down. The loss of collagen affects skin, joints and bones. It may also lead to increased digestive problems, weakened immune systems and increased risk of chronic illness. Science has shown that collagen supplementation can protect against and reverse these effects.
Marine collagen is a type 1 collagen made of collagen peptides derived from fish. It has the most efficient absorption of all collagen types and is environmentally friendly and sustainable as it uses parts of the fish that are normally discarded.
1. Builds bone strength
Studies have shown that marine collagen peptides help the absorption of calcium and other minerals that are essential for bone strength.
2. Improves skin, hair and nails
Increasing type 1 collagen levels can help your skin look firmer, increase smoothness and help your skin cells keep renewing and repairing normally. Clinical trials have shown that patients who supplement with marine collagen experience a decrease in wrinkles and improved skin hydration and firmness.
3. Stabilises blood sugar
A 2016 study by the Alberta Diabetes Institute found consistently low levels of circulating glycine among people with type 2 diabetes. Supplementing with marine collagen, which contains high amounts of glycine, may help balance blood sugar levels - which is especially important for diabetics.
4. Boosts metabolism
A boost in collagen may help improve metabolism by adding lean muscle mass to your frame and helping with the conversion of essential nutrients.
5. Improves wound healing and reduces scars
Supplementing with marine collagen can lead to faster and more complete healing of wounds. As the main component of the dermal matrix of the skin, collagen is necessary for the regeneration of skin after any skin injury or deformation, such as scars, rashes and burns.
6. Reduces inflammation and helps with joint pain
With its gel-like, smooth structure that covers and holds our bones together, collagen allows us to glide and move without pain. Studies show that it helps your joints move more easily, reduces pain often associated with ageing and even reduces the risk of joint deterioration.
7. Supports brain health
Glycine makes up roughly 20% of the amino acids in collagen. Glycine benefits range from improving sleep to having inhibitory functions that take action against excessive excitation in the brain - allowing your mind to calm down and focus.
8. Thyroid support
Collagen can help support your thyroid hormone levels by balancing the other proteins in your body. It helps boost your liver's ability to convert thyroid hormone into active T3 thyroid hormone by lowering cortisol levels in your blood.
9. Antibacterial effects
Recent research has discovered that peptide fragments contained within marine collagen have antibacterial properties. Specifically, collagencin - a peptide derived from collagen - has been found to inhibit the growth of infection and disease-causing bacteria.
10. Superior protein source for weight management
Marine collagen is a pure protein source that contains no carbs, sugar or fat. Daily intake may help suppress appetite by keeping you feeling full for longer, which can help support weight management goals.
Kollo Premium Liquid Marine Collagen delivers 10,000mg of Naticol marine collagen peptides in every daily sachet. It can be mixed with water or added to your favourite smoothie or shake.
Kollo Health was co-founded by Jenni Falconer - TV presenter, Smooth Radio breakfast host, ten-time London Marathon runner and host of the RunPod podcast. Read her story and why she created Kollo.
