Collagen repairs and prevents joint damage

One in four people suffer from joint problems such as osteoarthritis. Sufficient exercise and a varied diet are important for joints, but sometimes nutritional supplements, such as collagen, may also be necessary for joint well-being.

Osteoarthritis is usually caused by the partial loss of articular cartilage or damage to the cartilage surface due to age or heavy stress. The body repairs articular cartilage by producing collagen, which increases the growth of cartilage tissue.

– Collagen is the most common protein in the body. It is found, for example, in bones, cartilage, tendons, around organs and in the skin, and it gives them support and firmness. Collagen also makes up about 70 percent of the mass of joint cartilage, says pharmacist Jarmo Hakala .

However, with age, the body's collagen production decreases and eventually stops almost completely.

– After the age of 25, production begins to decrease, and after the age of 40, the body no longer produces enough collagen.

Athletes and active people also consume more collagen reserves than others.

– A varied, protein-rich diet alone cannot compensate for the collagen deficiency of athletes and older people, but they need a collagen-rich dietary supplement as a supplement.

Hakala recommends the dietary supplement not only for active athletes and the elderly, but also for people suffering from osteoarthritis. Collagen prevents osteoarthritis, but also helps treat injuries that have already occurred.

– Bioactive collagen peptides taken as a dietary supplement have been shown in studies to promote the growth of articular cartilage tissue by migrating into the articular cartilage and stimulating the joint's own collagen production there.

According to Hakala, research results also show that long-term use of collagen as a dietary supplement reduces injuries in athletes.

The supplement should be taken long-term and daily. Results are visible after about 6 weeks of regular use.

– Generally, a daily dose of 5 grams is sufficient for those whose collagen reserves are deficient due to age or active movement. 10 grams is recommended for people who play sports or who already have joint problems, Hakala says.

Topshape100.com recommends 10-40 g per day if the situation is acute and the diet is otherwise deficient.

TopShape100 can be utilized as follows:

Enjoy approx. 1 dl (30-35g protein) daily, according to your own preferences. Flavorless TopShape100 is easy to add to any food or drink – you can even drink it during sports just like a sports drink. Try 1dl of powder in 0.5 dl of water – flavor with juices if you like – and you will already get 30g of fast-absorbing protein during your workout – much earlier than after your workout!

A good and easily absorbed source of protein is important for your body and recovery. This is your body's natural way of meeting its needs.

Source: http://www.kansanterveys.fi/tuki-ja-liikuntaelimet/kollageeni-korjaa-ja-ehkisee-nivelten-vayöota