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I have been doing some research around health and healthy aging lately. I am coming upon another birthday and getting deeper into my 40’s.
It is funny how you change in life.
In your 20’s – You are invincible. Nothing can stop you
In your 30’s – Life is hitting a stride and you still think you are in your 20’s
In your 40’s – You start to realize your own mortality. Things hurt more and lots of body changes start creeping in.
This has lead me down an educational path of learning how to extend life, health and my youthful appearance.
My important things in life are great skin care, taking solid supplements, eating more nutritionally complete/less junk (even things you would think are healthy but are not) and exercise. Last item to include is mental health and that is a workout all by iteself.

Anyway I wanted to share some things I learned about Collagen.

Some of the health benefits of collagen supplementation. In addition to improving skin and joint health, collagen has been shown to support bone health and density, improve muscle mass and strength, and even promote better sleep quality.

Collagen can help support the body’s natural production of other proteins, such as elastin and keratin, which are important for healthy skin, hair, and nails.

Collagen supplements have a ton of benefits for people over 40 beyond just helping with the appearance of wrinkles. If you didn’t know, Collagen is a protein that makes up a large part of our skin, joints, and bones. As we age, our body’s natural production of collagen decreases, leading to wrinkles, sagging skin, joint pain, and other health issues.
By supplementing with collagen, we can help support our body’s natural production and potentially slow down the aging process.

Joint Health: Collagen is a major component of our joints and tendons, and as we age, our body’s natural production of collagen decreases, leading to joint pain and stiffness. By taking collagen supplements, we can help support our body’s natural collagen production and potentially reduce joint pain and inflammation.

Bone Health: Collagen is also an important component of our bones, and studies have shown that supplementing with collagen can help improve bone density and reduce the risk of bone fractures.

Muscle Mass: As we age, we may also experience a decrease in muscle mass and strength, which can impact our overall health and mobility. Collagen supplementation has been shown to help improve muscle mass and strength, especially when combined with exercise.

Gut Health: Collagen is also important for the health of our gut lining, as it helps to strengthen the intestinal wall and reduce inflammation. This can lead to improved digestion and overall gut health.

Skin Elasticity: While wrinkles are a common concern for individuals over the age of 40, collagen supplementation can also help improve skin elasticity and hydration, which can lead to a more youthful appearance.

There are many forms of Collagen out there for sale. After doing a bunch of research I have found that liquid collagen may be the better choice for the following reasons:

1. Faster absorption: Liquid collagen is quickly absorbed by your body, meaning you’ll start to see results faster than with a powdered supplement. Plus, liquid collagen doesn’t require any mixing, so it’s easy to incorporate into your daily routine.
2. Higher potency: Because liquid collagen is already in a pre-dissolved state, it’s more potent than a powdered supplement. This means you’ll get more collagen per serving, which can lead to more noticeable results.
3. Convenient: Liquid collagen comes in pre-measured servings, so you don’t have to worry about measuring out the right amount. Plus, many liquid collagen products come in single-serving packets, making them perfect for travel or on-the-go use.

I have found that there are only a few concerns to talk about with this supplement. Allergies to the product was the main concern. Collagen supplements are typically made from animal proteins (usually fish or cow) so if you have allergies to those items you may not tolerate the supplement well. The one I take is marine collagen which is the closest to human collagen I am told.
Other concern is Quality of the product. Not all collagen supplements are created equal, and some may contain fillers or additives that could be harmful. It’s important to choose a reputable brand and check for third-party testing to ensure that the supplement contains what it claims to and is free of contaminants.

After all the research out there, I prefer to use Collagen Elixr https://buildyourbeautifulself.isagenix.com/collagen
This little bottle of amazing has hydrolyzed collagen peptides from from Scandinavian, cold–water cod, pollock, and haddock that are generally lower in mercury compared to top-of-the-food-chain fish like tuna and swordfish. Once the collagen has been purified to hydrolyzed collagen peptides, the raw material is tested for mercury and heavy metals to ensure purity, quality, and safety. In addition to the raw material testing, Isagenix sends every finished batch of Collagen Elixir for third-party independent testing, which includes mercury and heavy metals. 
It also contains Biotin, Vitamin C and Zinc, Aloe vera, chamomile, and superfoods acerola berry and goji berry.
All this promotes the health of all the things mentioned and gives you a beauty boost from the inside out!

I hope that you found this informative and useful!

FYI I am ALWAYS looking for amazing people to join me on my journey and on my team! Message me if you are interested in learning more!

Thanks for reading!