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The Importance Of Collagen Production By the year 2010, almost one-third of the US population will turn 50. As baby boomers age, there is deeper interest in knowledge of nutritional supplementation for better health. Bone and connective tissue problems are amongst the most common health issues, with osteoporosis and various arthritic conditions rising in the aging population. So what can we supplement to help prevent the onset of some of these painful inflammatory conditions? We all know the importance of calcium for healthy teeth and bones. But there is so much more required for good bone density and strong connective tissue. Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body – and it has to be – as it feeds the entire bone structure, connective tissue network, and our skin, hair, nails and joint cartilage. But what is collagen and how is it produced? Collagen fibers are constructed from chains of amino acid proteins, lysine and proline, which are woven together to form strands. These primary structural proteins of the body take various shapes to match the body’s needs, e.g: thin layers form the skin, rope-like structures form the tendons, and other shapes form the scaffolding of the bones. What makes this network of collagen strong is the addition of specialized carbohydrates called glycoaminoglycans (GAG). [No joke … that’s what it’s called!] The bone consists of crystals of the calcium-phosphorus mineral imbedded in the matrix of fiber collagen proteins. These proteins associate with the GAGs to produce a combination of tissues with unique strength and flexibility, capable of bearing weight. Approximately 28% of the bone is comprised of collagen. Similar to bone, joint cartilage is comprised of 20% - 25% collagen and GAGs. Therefore, it’s plain to see factors that influence bone health, will also influence joint health. The synthesis of collagen requires vitamin C, and minerals copper, iron, manganese, zinc, and mixes in with calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and other components, such as glucosamine hydrochloride. MSM is an important constituent for amino acid activity that helps give the mixture of collagen it’s bone and tissue strength. Now that we see how collagen is produced and what it does, it is important to consume a balance of the nutrients responsible for producing it. As we all age, providing the tools needed for constant production of collagen will help arm our bodies in combating age-related bone loss. *Whole Foods Magazine, August 2002 issue, pg. 40. http://www.wfcinc.com Biometics’ “Advanced Mobility Program,” BIO FUEL, FLEXI-CARE PLUS, CAL MAG 100, contains ingredients necessary for collagen production, providing good bone health. BIO FUEL contains manganese, zinc and vitamin C as well as other necessary vitamins. CAL MAG 100 contains calcium, magnesium, zinc and vitamins C, D & A. FLEXI-CARE PLUS contains MSM, glucosamine hydrochloride, shark cartilage and Collagen! Biometics has is the most advanced liquid nutrition available on the market. Click HERE to find out how to improve your health and joint function TODAY
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