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Get Better Skin, Hair & Nails With Marine Collagen

Hair Health

6 Min Read

Medically Reviewed by

DR. MELISSA ANZELONE, N ND

Marine collagen comes, as the name indicates, from the sea. This is a so-called type I collagen and a protein. Type I collagen is also the most abundant collagen in the human body, making sure we have strong joints and connective tissues, nails, hair and beautiful skin.

Taking marine collagen as a supplement has gained a lot of popularity in recent years. Studies show that there are no significant side effects or toxicity associated with doing this, but if you are allergic to fish or seafood, it might be a good idea to be careful and consult your doctor first.

What is Marine Collagen?

So what is marine collagen exactly? Marine Collagen comes from fish parts. The fins, scales, skin, and bones of fish are hydrolyzed to create a supplement. The ready product will consist of peptides that have smaller particles than other animal collagen products. This means it enters the bloodstream faster and our bodies absorb it more efficiently. It is also the most environmentally friendly collagen source. This is because it makes use of fish parts that would otherwise become waste.

The marine collagen, also called fish collagen, provides our body with eight of nine amino acids that are essential for our bodies to function properly, including glycine and proline. Glycine is beneficial for the building of lean muscles and for the central nervous system. It protects against diabetes and has antioxidant properties. Proline is also an antioxidant and plays an important role in the synthesis of collagen in our bodies.

Collagen rejuvenates our skin, strengthens our bones, provides us with protein, stabilizes our blood sugar and cholesterol levels, improves wound healing, and is antibacterial in general. But apart from all the benefits that marine collagen has for our overall health it is also good for our hair!

How Does Marine Collagen Benefit Hair?

So as stated above, collagen is an important building block in our bodies. The hair in particular needs collagen to gain strength and elasticity. The body stops producing collagen as early as in our twenties. From there it is a downhill battle with increasing wrinkles and thinning hair.

Collagen restores the moisture levels in the hair, making it stronger and less brittle. Its antioxidant properties help to fight free radicals in the body. Free radicals are produced through the body’s metabolism and they are responsible for aging and the breaking down of cells and DNA. As we get older, the production of free radicals increases. At the same time, the production of protective antioxidants and other defense mechanisms in the body decreases. Research has shown that free radicals also play a significant role in the graying and thinning of hair.

Taking collagen supplements does not only slow the depletion of collagen – it can also undo much of the harm that has already been done. If you experience the effects of decreasing collagen levels, a combined supplement like Nutrafol could be something to consider. Nutrafol contains hydrolyzed marine collagen that promotes the diffusion of nutrients in the scalp and rebuilds the structural integrity of the hair follicle environment. Taking collagen on a regular basis may help to improve your hair, skin and nail texture. Choosing a marine variant is also more sustainable than a bovine or chicken source.

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