Blog — Marine collagen

When we think of gut health, the first thing that comes to mind is probiotic bacteria, right? Dig a little deeper and you may find that before probiotics come into the picture, it’s important to consider the foundation of gut health–the gut lining. Strengthening the gut lining is the job of key proteins – the most important of which is collagen. Understanding how the gut lining works and what it needs to stay healthy is paramount–but where does collagen fit in? Collagen provides strength and supports the gut lining, helping to maintain a healthy environment for the entire gut microbiome....

Collagen is a buzzword in health and beauty circles these days, but what exactly is it? Let’s break down what collagen is, how it benefits your body, and why you might want to keep it in mind for your overall health. What is Collagen? Collagen is a protein, and not just any protein- it’s the most abundant one in your body. In fact, collagen makes up around 30% of your body’s protein content. It’s found in your skin, bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Think of it as the glue that holds everything together and gives your body structure and strength....

Did you know that collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, making up about 30% of all protein mass?!1 That means a 70 kg adult contains about 4 kg of collagen!2 What is collagen? And why do we need collagen? Collagen is a vital protein in our bodies that is the main component of skin, hair, nails, bones, tendons and ligaments, providing structure, strength and elasticity. Think of collagen as the body's natural scaffold, keeping everything firm and flexible. Without it, your skin would sag, your joints would ache and your bones would become brittle. As we age,...

Most of us are familiar with the anti-inflammatory benefits of fish oil for joints, but did you know that collagen sourced from fish also has benefits for joint mobility and pain? Numerous clinical trials have reported the benefits of marine collagen on joints, via their actions of down-regulating inflammation and helping protect and regenerate the mechanical structure and integrity of cartilage (the component of joints that acts like a shock absorber).1-4 One such marine collagen with proven results to support joint health is Cartidyss®. It contains collagen peptides and chondroitin sulfate that help maintain healthy cartilage and reduce joint discomfort....