Collagen – an important protein in skin, bone and cartilage
Collagen is the most common protein in the human body: it can be found in skin, bone and joints. Collagen is the substance that hold our body together, giving it strength and structure.
For example, it comprises approximately two-thirds of the dry weight of articular cartilage, important for our joints
Sources include
It is important to have a varied and balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
Health benefits of Collagen
Why is it important?
- Needed for skin, bone and cartilage
Wow! Collagen and Healthy Ageing
Over the years, Collagen composition changes can compromise maintenance of healthy skin, bone and cartilage
Eyre, D. Arthritis Res 4, 30-35 (2002)
Beasley, LaCroix et al. 2014
Meritene products should not be used as substitutes for a varied and balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.