Collagen and Metabolism: What should be known about the two protagonists of well-being. Summer brings other aesthetic concerns.
Summer It is synonymous with more heat. More heat is synonymous with less clothes. More body on display is synonymous with more aesthetic concerns, For many people.
Caring for the body is not just aesthetic: it is health care. And that’s where collagen and metabolism appear, two fundamental pillars of physical well-being and quality of life.
The Mais Saúde Blog, in a statement sent to ZAP, highlights how the areas of nutrition and physiology are interconnected – and should not be ignored, “from an early age.”
First, the collagen: the protein that supports the body. It is a structural protein, essential, present on the skin, tendons, bones, cartilage and blood vessels.
Collagen is naturally by the body; It decreases with age – and it is (too) why the skin loses firmness, wrinkles appear and joint pain appear.
It has several Benefits: Improves skin elasticity and hydration; Reduces joint pain, especially in cases of osteoarthritis; supports bone mineral density in postmenopausal women; reinforces the health of hair and nails.
Supplements have been increasingly used, but the most sustainable (and natural) way of preserving collagen is to have healthy habits: Avoid tobacco and alcohol, protect the skin from the sun and maintain a balanced and complete diet.
Already the metabolism It should remain healthy, with several tips: regular exercise, including strength training (bodybuilding); balanced food pattern, with adequate intake of protein, fiber and complex carbohydrates; Sleep well and avoid sleep deprivation; Keep hydrated and avoid restrictive diets that compromise muscle mass.
The idea that metabolism was spread Sprinkle dramatically at 30. It’s myth: Metabolism remains relatively stable between 20 and 50 years-decreases gradually only from 60 years.
What usually happens at age 30 is to stop doing physical activity and muscle mass. This contributes to less caloric burning and perception of weight gain.
It is a phenomenon that is more related to the lifestyle than with inevitable biological changes.
Collagen can also play an indirect role in metabolism. By contributing to the maintenance of muscle mass and joint health, it may favor regular exercise – one of the main factors of metabolic regulation.
In addition, intestinal health, influenced by diet and supplementation, has a direct impact on both collagen absorption and metabolic functioning.
