People are consuming collagen supplements to improve skin, hair, and nails — but does it actually do anything? It might.
Do a quick scroll through Instagram, and chances are you’ll see a slew of wellness and fitness personalities touting the benefits of collagen peptide powder and adding it to their smoothies.“Collagen is a structural protein made up of amino acids that's found naturally in the connective tissue of our bodies, such as our skin, hair, muscles, bones and even blood vessels,” Keri Gans, registered dietitian nutritionist and author of The Small Change Diet, tells Yahoo Lifestyle.
And it’s that structure and support that plays a role in keeping skin looking smooth, firm, and wrinkle-free. But collagen production slows down as we age, which is why many people are turning to consuming collagen peptides in the hopes that the supplements will reverse or at least stave off skin aging.
Adds Gans: “Many individuals believe the numerous health claims in regards to collagen. There are claims that it can reduce constipation, improve gut health, improve sleep, decrease anxiety, reduce joint pain, eliminate food cravings and has anti-aging properties.”Although more research is needed, there are some studies that have looked into collagen supplements’ potential benefits — particularly for easing joint pain.
It may also help with brittle, fragile nails. A small 2017 study in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology found that consuming collagen peptides daily for 24 weeks helped prevent nail breakage, increase nail growth, and improved the appearance of brittle nails.Collagen supplements are considered safe for the most part — as Zeichner puts it: “The only harm is to your pocketbook, as many of the collagen powders are pricey.
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