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Skin Health: The Benefits of Collagen Peptides

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Collagen protein is a major structural component of the skin, constituting 75% of the skin’s dry weight. Collagen loss begins at 18 to 29 years of age. After 40 years of age, the human body can lose approximately 1% of collagen per year. The amino acids of dietary collagen are very similar to those in human collagen.

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Collagen Peptides to Promote Skeletal Muscle

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Collagen protein accounts for as much as 30% of the body’s total protein and is the primary structural protein of the body’s connective tissue. Collagen may also promote the production of skeletal muscle. Collagen may also promote the production of skeletal muscle.