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Why Your Collagen Might Not Be Working
In recent years, collagen has grown in popularity among those wanting to improve their skin health from within. And for good reason, too, because as we age, the production of collagen in the skin naturally declines. While incorporating collagen into your wellness routine might sound appealing, here’s how to make sure your body gets the most of our your collagen in practice: Tip #1 Make Sure Your Collagen Powder Includes Vitamin C Best known as a natural source of immunity support, Vitamin C contains is an essential nutrient required for the synthesis of collagen, the main structural protein in the body. Collagen is a key component of connective tissue, including skin, blood vessels, and ligaments, and is responsible for providing strength and support to these tissues. Vitamin C plays a vital role in collagen synthesis (1)(2) because it is needed for the production of hydroxyproline and hydroxylysine, two amino acids that are essential for the proper formation of collagen. Without sufficient vitamin C, the body cannot produce enough collagen, which can lead to a variety of health problems. For example, a deficiency in vitamin C can cause dry, scaly skin and easy bruising (3), as well as a weak immune system and poor wound healing. On the other hand, getting enough vitamin C can help to maintain healthy skin and connective tissue, and may also help to reduce the risk of certain diseases. Tip #2 How to Combine Collagen with Vitamin C It's important to note that vitamin C is a water-soluble nutrient, which means that it is not stored in the body and must be obtained from the diet on a daily basis. Good sources of vitamin C include citrus fruits, berries, leafy greens, and bell peppers. Collagen can be synthesised without vitamin C, but the process is impaired (4). Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that is required for the synthesis of collagen, the main structural protein in the body. Collagen is a key component of connective tissue, including skin, blood vessels, and ligaments, and is responsible for providing strength and support to these tissues. Looking for more skin support? Try Collagen+ fortified with nature's highest natural source of vitamin C, Kakadu Plum, for best collagen synthesis. Simply add one scoop daily to your water, smoothies, yogurt and more. For more inspiration, we'll even send you a free recipe guide with your purchase. References "Vitamin C and the biosynthesis of collagen." by N.I. Krinsky and H.S.H. Chen. The Journal of Biological Chemistry, vol. 257, no. 12, 1982, pp. 7090-7094. "Vitamin C and collagen synthesis." by M.I. Gurr and R.J. Beisswenger. The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry, vol. 8, no. 3, 1997, pp. 166-170. "Vitamin C: A key player in collagen synthesis and skin health." by S.L. Pinnell, K.D. Yang, and H.S. Hwang. Dermatology and Therapy, vol. 3, no. 3, 2013, pp. 207-217. "Vitamin C and the synthesis of collagen." by J.C. Lui and M.J. Morrissey. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, vol. 60, no. 6, 1994, pp. 103-115.
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In recent years, collagen has grown in popularity among those wanting to improve their skin health from within. And for good reason, too, because as we age, the production of collagen in the skin naturally declines. While incorporating collagen into your wellness routine might sound appealing, here’s how to make sure your body gets the most of our your collagen in practice: Tip #1 Make Sure Your Collagen Powder Includes Vitamin C Best known as a natural source of immunity support, Vitamin C contains is an essential nutrient required for the synthesis of collagen, the main structural protein in the body. Collagen is a key component of connective tissue, including skin, blood vessels, and ligaments, and is responsible for providing strength and support to these tissues. Vitamin C plays a vital role in collagen synthesis (1)(2) because it is needed for the production of hydroxyproline and hydroxylysine, two amino acids that are essential for the proper formation of collagen. Without sufficient vitamin C, the body cannot produce enough collagen, which can lead to a variety of health problems. For example, a deficiency in vitamin C can cause dry, scaly skin and easy bruising (3), as well as a weak immune system and poor wound healing. On the other hand, getting enough vitamin C can help to maintain healthy skin and connective tissue, and may also help to reduce the risk of certain diseases. Tip #2 How to Combine Collagen with Vitamin C It's important to note that vitamin C is a water-soluble nutrient, which means that it is not stored in the body and must be obtained from the diet on a daily basis. Good sources of vitamin C include citrus fruits, berries, leafy greens, and bell peppers. Collagen can be synthesised without vitamin C, but the process is impaired (4). Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that is required for the synthesis of collagen, the main structural protein in the body. Collagen is a key component of connective tissue, including skin, blood vessels, and ligaments, and is responsible for providing strength and support to these tissues. Looking for more skin support? Try Collagen+ fortified with nature's highest natural source of vitamin C, Kakadu Plum, for best collagen synthesis. Simply add one scoop daily to your water, smoothies, yogurt and more. For more inspiration, we'll even send you a free recipe guide with your purchase. References "Vitamin C and the biosynthesis of collagen." by N.I. Krinsky and H.S.H. Chen. The Journal of Biological Chemistry, vol. 257, no. 12, 1982, pp. 7090-7094. "Vitamin C and collagen synthesis." by M.I. Gurr and R.J. Beisswenger. The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry, vol. 8, no. 3, 1997, pp. 166-170. "Vitamin C: A key player in collagen synthesis and skin health." by S.L. Pinnell, K.D. Yang, and H.S. Hwang. Dermatology and Therapy, vol. 3, no. 3, 2013, pp. 207-217. "Vitamin C and the synthesis of collagen." by J.C. Lui and M.J. Morrissey. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, vol. 60, no. 6, 1994, pp. 103-115.
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Deep Dive: Collagen+ Powder
Collagen+ is a synergistic, multi-action blend with a replenishing berry-flavoured superfood powder, designed with Kakadu Plum, Davidson Plum & Verisol Collagen(R) to support skin, hair and nail health. Science Meets Nature: The Ingredients Behind Collagen+ Verisol F Verisol F is fish derived bioactive collagen peptides that support skin integrity. Fish derived collagen peptides have been shown to improve skin elasticity and reduce wrinkles. References: (170, 171, 172) Kakadu Plum Kakadu plum (Gubinge) is nutrient rich and rich in antioxidant phytonutrients. It contains vitamin E, zinc, gallic acid, ellagic acid, bioflavonoids such as quercetin, hesperetin, kaempferol, luteolin and anthocyanins. Additionally, Kakadu plum contains the highest levels of vitamin C derived from plants. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant nutrient and a cofactor in enzyme reactions like collagen synthesis. It can protect the cells from free radical damage, regenerates vitamin E, and enhances iron absorption. The antioxidant properties of various phytonutrients can help protect cells from oxidative stress and damage caused by free radicals. The composition of plant nutrients that can be found in Kakadu plum make it an antioxidant powerhouse. References: (118, 119, 127, 128, 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 177) Zinc Zinc supports skin health. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is used for a variety of skin conditions including acne and eczema.Reference: (178) LactoSpore® (Bacillus coagulans) Bacillus coagulans is a spore-forming probiotic. This means that it has the ability to germinate/colonize in the intestinal tract to provide probiotic benefits. It appears to encourage diversity and stability in the gut microbiome. Additionally, Bacillus coagulans tolerate hostile environments like gastric acid in the stomach so it can get into the intestinal tract and do its thing. Based on preliminary findings, Bacillus coagulans appear to have the potential to support skin health, including reducing wrinkles and improving skin integrity by decreasing oxidative stress and protecting extracellular matrix proteins.References: (182, 183, 184, 185) Davidsons Plum Davidson’s plum contains vitamin E, zinc and magnesium, plus antioxidant phytonutrients such as anthocyanins, ellagic acid, rutin, quercetin and other functional bioactive plant-nutrients. Antioxidants phytonutrients such as anthocyanins and quercetin can reduce excess free radicals which could be beneficial in supporting healthy aging. References: (85, 118, 119, 186, 187, 188, 189, 190)
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Collagen+ is a synergistic, multi-action blend with a replenishing berry-flavoured superfood powder, designed with Kakadu Plum, Davidson Plum & Verisol Collagen(R) to support skin, hair and nail health. Science Meets Nature: The Ingredients Behind Collagen+ Verisol F Verisol F is fish derived bioactive collagen peptides that support skin integrity. Fish derived collagen peptides have been shown to improve skin elasticity and reduce wrinkles. References: (170, 171, 172) Kakadu Plum Kakadu plum (Gubinge) is nutrient rich and rich in antioxidant phytonutrients. It contains vitamin E, zinc, gallic acid, ellagic acid, bioflavonoids such as quercetin, hesperetin, kaempferol, luteolin and anthocyanins. Additionally, Kakadu plum contains the highest levels of vitamin C derived from plants. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant nutrient and a cofactor in enzyme reactions like collagen synthesis. It can protect the cells from free radical damage, regenerates vitamin E, and enhances iron absorption. The antioxidant properties of various phytonutrients can help protect cells from oxidative stress and damage caused by free radicals. The composition of plant nutrients that can be found in Kakadu plum make it an antioxidant powerhouse. References: (118, 119, 127, 128, 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 177) Zinc Zinc supports skin health. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is used for a variety of skin conditions including acne and eczema.Reference: (178) LactoSpore® (Bacillus coagulans) Bacillus coagulans is a spore-forming probiotic. This means that it has the ability to germinate/colonize in the intestinal tract to provide probiotic benefits. It appears to encourage diversity and stability in the gut microbiome. Additionally, Bacillus coagulans tolerate hostile environments like gastric acid in the stomach so it can get into the intestinal tract and do its thing. Based on preliminary findings, Bacillus coagulans appear to have the potential to support skin health, including reducing wrinkles and improving skin integrity by decreasing oxidative stress and protecting extracellular matrix proteins.References: (182, 183, 184, 185) Davidsons Plum Davidson’s plum contains vitamin E, zinc and magnesium, plus antioxidant phytonutrients such as anthocyanins, ellagic acid, rutin, quercetin and other functional bioactive plant-nutrients. Antioxidants phytonutrients such as anthocyanins and quercetin can reduce excess free radicals which could be beneficial in supporting healthy aging. References: (85, 118, 119, 186, 187, 188, 189, 190)
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Skin Health & Hydration Connection
Winter is the season of fluffy socks, cozy pj’s, warm scarves, and most notably...unhappy skin. You may notice changes in your skin health this time of year, this occurs due to increased dryness in the air, loss of essential nutrients, and a decrease in bodily hydration. Your skin is the largest organ in your body, comprising over 36 billion cells, each of which is made up of over 65% water. When you’re dehydrated on the inside, it starts to show on the outside. Skin becomes compromised and more prone to issues such as premature ageing, rough texture, blotchy complexion, enlarged pores, and acne. However, caring for your body from the inside out and staying happily hydrated has a direct impact on the appearance of your skin, and its overall health. Here are four ways that hydration is connected to skin health: AgingMaking sure your body stays hydrated can result in more youthful-looking skin with fewer wrinkles, fine lines, and visible pores. Hydration is also fundamental in your skin’s water barrier, which protects your cells from damage, removes toxins, boosts cellular metabolic function, and transports all of the essential nutrients.If your skin is chronically dehydrated, it can also become dry, flaky, and cracked, resulting in increased fine lines and skin texture. Hydrated skin cells however are plump, meaning fewer wrinkles and more youthful-looking skin.Antioxidants are a great way to support the appearance of your skin and help to fight against premature aging. Davidson Plum offer a rich source of these compounds and can be found in our new naturopath-formulated, skin-enhancing blend, Collagen Tea. HealingCell hydration is fundamental to your skin’s healing process, as cells promote communication, nutrient transportation, and balance, supporting cell repair and renewal.Hydrated cells and skin can also reduce swelling and inflammation by encouraging your body to flush and replenish water. When you’re dehydrated your body tends to retain fluid, resulting in puffy, swollen skin.Staying hydrated throughout the day can also reduce the likelihood of microtears in the skin by supporting the function of its lipid barrier. These tiny tears allow toxins, allergens, and pollutants to penetrate your skin, leaving it dry, inflamed, and itchy.Our Collagen Tea contains collagen peptides and other ingredients that can promote youthful skin by positively influencing tissue synthesis in your skin. Shop our Collagen Tea here. ElasticityHydration improves and stabilises the levels of moisture in your skin, meaning that your natural oils will function properly and moisturise the skin instead of leaving it oily and dry.When you are hydrated, your skin’s elasticity is performing at its best. To test your elasticity, gently pinch your skin and note if it bounces back or not. If it doesn’t, this may mean that you’re dehydrated and need to drink more water to plumpen your skin cells back up.Try improving your skin’s elasticity with potent, supportive plants like Davidson Plum, rosehip, and horsetail. These ingredients have been found to help improve skin elasticity and support collagen production in the body. Find them in our Collagen Tea here. ComplexionStaying hydrated can improve your complexion by preventing dull and tired-looking skin as it promotes cellular turnover and increased blood flow. Dehydration reduces your skin’s ability to complete cellular turnover and shed old skin cells. When this happens, they can gather on your skin’s surface and result in clogged, congested pores.Likewise, recent studies have found that drinking just two glasses of water, promotes blood flow to the skin and leaves you with a more radiant, glowing complexion.To optimise your hydration, try a herbal tea blend like our naturopath-formulated, skin-nourishing Collagen Tea. This allows your body to receive essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants in addition to the healing properties of water. How to improve your skin health through hydration:Although water is essential for your overall skin health, we understand that for some, drinking plain water can become boring over time. The good news is that studies have revealed that fluids from other food such as herbal tea can hydrate the body just as effectively as regular water.Our new Collagen Tea blend is a naturopath-formulated blend, designed with medicinal native plants and other nourishing ingredients that can enhance skin health, improve skin elasticity, and leave you with a youthful-looking glow.Davidson Plum is a rich source of antioxidants, known to increase your production of collagen and elastin, when combined with vitamin-C-rich rosehip, this creates an antiaging effect on the skin and can reduce crow’s feet, improve skin moisture, and enhance elasticity.These two ingredients allow your body to absorb the collagen peptides in this blend, leaving you with more youthful-looking skin and a glowing complexion.Find more information on staying healthy and supporting your wellness during winter with our naturopath-crafted Winter Wellness Guide. It contains insights into how your body changes during winter, tips to support yourself holistically, delicious and nourishing recipes, and in-depth information into how Australian bushfoods can revitalise your body during the winter months. Receive a free copy when you purchase any of our Wellness Range, including our Metabolism Tea, Immunity Tea, Awaken Tea, Revive Tea, Collagen Tea, and Focus Tea.
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Winter is the season of fluffy socks, cozy pj’s, warm scarves, and most notably...unhappy skin. You may notice changes in your skin health this time of year, this occurs due to increased dryness in the air, loss of essential nutrients, and a decrease in bodily hydration. Your skin is the largest organ in your body, comprising over 36 billion cells, each of which is made up of over 65% water. When you’re dehydrated on the inside, it starts to show on the outside. Skin becomes compromised and more prone to issues such as premature ageing, rough texture, blotchy complexion, enlarged pores, and acne. However, caring for your body from the inside out and staying happily hydrated has a direct impact on the appearance of your skin, and its overall health. Here are four ways that hydration is connected to skin health: AgingMaking sure your body stays hydrated can result in more youthful-looking skin with fewer wrinkles, fine lines, and visible pores. Hydration is also fundamental in your skin’s water barrier, which protects your cells from damage, removes toxins, boosts cellular metabolic function, and transports all of the essential nutrients.If your skin is chronically dehydrated, it can also become dry, flaky, and cracked, resulting in increased fine lines and skin texture. Hydrated skin cells however are plump, meaning fewer wrinkles and more youthful-looking skin.Antioxidants are a great way to support the appearance of your skin and help to fight against premature aging. Davidson Plum offer a rich source of these compounds and can be found in our new naturopath-formulated, skin-enhancing blend, Collagen Tea. HealingCell hydration is fundamental to your skin’s healing process, as cells promote communication, nutrient transportation, and balance, supporting cell repair and renewal.Hydrated cells and skin can also reduce swelling and inflammation by encouraging your body to flush and replenish water. When you’re dehydrated your body tends to retain fluid, resulting in puffy, swollen skin.Staying hydrated throughout the day can also reduce the likelihood of microtears in the skin by supporting the function of its lipid barrier. These tiny tears allow toxins, allergens, and pollutants to penetrate your skin, leaving it dry, inflamed, and itchy.Our Collagen Tea contains collagen peptides and other ingredients that can promote youthful skin by positively influencing tissue synthesis in your skin. Shop our Collagen Tea here. ElasticityHydration improves and stabilises the levels of moisture in your skin, meaning that your natural oils will function properly and moisturise the skin instead of leaving it oily and dry.When you are hydrated, your skin’s elasticity is performing at its best. To test your elasticity, gently pinch your skin and note if it bounces back or not. If it doesn’t, this may mean that you’re dehydrated and need to drink more water to plumpen your skin cells back up.Try improving your skin’s elasticity with potent, supportive plants like Davidson Plum, rosehip, and horsetail. These ingredients have been found to help improve skin elasticity and support collagen production in the body. Find them in our Collagen Tea here. ComplexionStaying hydrated can improve your complexion by preventing dull and tired-looking skin as it promotes cellular turnover and increased blood flow. Dehydration reduces your skin’s ability to complete cellular turnover and shed old skin cells. When this happens, they can gather on your skin’s surface and result in clogged, congested pores.Likewise, recent studies have found that drinking just two glasses of water, promotes blood flow to the skin and leaves you with a more radiant, glowing complexion.To optimise your hydration, try a herbal tea blend like our naturopath-formulated, skin-nourishing Collagen Tea. This allows your body to receive essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants in addition to the healing properties of water. How to improve your skin health through hydration:Although water is essential for your overall skin health, we understand that for some, drinking plain water can become boring over time. The good news is that studies have revealed that fluids from other food such as herbal tea can hydrate the body just as effectively as regular water.Our new Collagen Tea blend is a naturopath-formulated blend, designed with medicinal native plants and other nourishing ingredients that can enhance skin health, improve skin elasticity, and leave you with a youthful-looking glow.Davidson Plum is a rich source of antioxidants, known to increase your production of collagen and elastin, when combined with vitamin-C-rich rosehip, this creates an antiaging effect on the skin and can reduce crow’s feet, improve skin moisture, and enhance elasticity.These two ingredients allow your body to absorb the collagen peptides in this blend, leaving you with more youthful-looking skin and a glowing complexion.Find more information on staying healthy and supporting your wellness during winter with our naturopath-crafted Winter Wellness Guide. It contains insights into how your body changes during winter, tips to support yourself holistically, delicious and nourishing recipes, and in-depth information into how Australian bushfoods can revitalise your body during the winter months. Receive a free copy when you purchase any of our Wellness Range, including our Metabolism Tea, Immunity Tea, Awaken Tea, Revive Tea, Collagen Tea, and Focus Tea.
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