Not exact matches
The treatment induced changes in the
synthesis of 101 proteins and ELISA analysis revealed a sixfold
higher secretion
of type II
collagen compared to control cells.
Foods
high in vitamin C such as tomatoes, citrus fruits, kiwis, papayas, bell peppers, and broccoli are vital for the
synthesis of collagen.
This type
of high quality liver is loaded with vitamins, minerals, proteins and healthy fats that support optimal
collagen synthesis (think skin, hair and connective tissues), strong immune function, and heart, brain and liver health.
Being a protein,
collagen contributes to total protein intake, and has been proven helpful for maintaining lean muscle mass, particularly in the elderly.7, 8 In fact,
collagen peptides may even be more effective for suppressing appetite than some other protein supplements (whey, casein, soy) according to one recent study.9 The only drawback is that
collagen is not particularly
high in leucine, which is the rate limiting factor for protein
synthesis of muscle tissue.
These supplements are made with a plant - based form
of hyaluronic acid in a
high concentration that helps stimulate the
synthesis of collagen and elastin from the inside out.