Marine collagen for healthy skin, hair and joints

What is marine collagen

Marine collagen is a fibrous protein - which has a beneficial effect on the body - usually extracted from the skin of certain species of marine fish and is an important source of essential amino acids. Due to its structure and amino acid composition very similar to the collagen in our connective tissues, marine one is easily absorbed, more digestible and assimilable.

Collagen in our body

Marine collagen has been the subject of studies and research because this natural substance present in our bodies in large quantities - which contributes to the formation of connective tissues (skin, hair, nails, bones, tendons, ligaments, joints...) - tends to decline as a result of various factors, including oxidative stress, an unhealthy diet and a sedentary lifestyle.

Why marine collagen is good for you

Marine collagen, as food supplement or cosmetic product, helps to regenerate, strengthen and make elastic the connective tissues and organs, counteracting the symptoms of cellular ageing. It is good for deficiencies that manifest themselves in the form of dull skin, dull and weak hair, and aching joints, as well as for those engaged in sport or women going through the menopause.

Marine collagen for skin, hair and nails

The skin and hair can benefit greatly from supplementing with this protein. The skin can become firmer, more elastic and toned, alleviating wrinkles. Nails can become firmer and more compact. Hair can be strengthened and invigorated.

Marine collagen for bones, joints and muscles

This protein can contribute to bones and joints’ health, improving their structure and relieving pain caused by their weakening. In particular, it can improve mobility in cases where the body is debilitated. Marine collagen preserves generates and firms lean muscle mass.

When could be useful a marine collagne food supplement?

Collagen is found in eggs, green leafy vegetables, salmon, both red and white meat, avocados and red fruits. In the case of an unhealthy, unregulated diet and intense sporting activity, it may be necessary to supplement it. 

The importance of choosing hydrolysed marine collagen

When supplementing, it is best to choose hydrolysed collagen, i.e. collagen that has undergone a process of protein extraction and fragmentation that makes it more digestible and assimilable. 

Contraindications

Marine collagen has no particular contraindications, but we recommend that you always consult your doctor, especially in the case of specific disorders and pregnancy.

Article written in collaboration with BenessereCorpoMente.it

Sources and insights

Pubmed: Marine Collagen as A Promising Biomaterial for Biomedical Applications

Pubmed: Collagen of Extracellular Matrix from Marine Invertebrates and Its Medical Applications 

Pubmed: Effects of Different Vitamin C-Enriched Collagen Derivatives on Collagen Synthesis