7 sources of collagen that you have to eat NOW!

To begin with, what is collagen? Simply the most abundant component in the skin and bones. ** It is what forms the collagen fibers that in turn form numerous tissues in our body and provides them with their properties (joints, bones, skin, muscles and tendons). Our body needs it because, as we age, we stop producing it as before. Among the things it does in our body is fight wrinkles and other signs of old age, improve joint health, reduce the appearance of cellulite and even help improve mental health, among many other things.

So let’s not waste time and see how we can help our body.

– Gelatin – It is the number 1 source of collagen. Gelatin IS collagen. It is very easy to absorb and digest by the body. Don’t expect it to work wonders overnight, but eating gelatin daily can work miracles for your health. – Bone Broth – No joke. It is made by boiling animal bones and tissues. By doing this, the collagen is released into the water. If you are on a specific diet, consult your doctor since this broth may have a good amount of carbohydrates. – Egg whites – Egg whites are rich in glycine and proline, the main components of collagen. Literally, by eating egg whites, you are giving your body everything it needs to generate it. – ** Spirulina ** – One of the most famous food supplements. It is a type of seaweed that in a tablespoon contains even more glycine and proline than an egg white. – Cod – This and other types of white fish are loaded with glycine and proline. Apart from this, it has great Omega3, very important to reduce inflammation in your body. – Citrus Fruits – Although they do not have collagen, they have a lot of vitamin C. This is super important when it comes to producing collagen. And not only that, they help prevent it from deteriorating. – Sulphurous foods – Sulfur is important for the synthesis (production) of collagen. There are studies that show that a sulfur deficiency equals lower collagen production.** Some vegetables that are sources of sulfur can be: Garlic **Onions **Broccoli **Cabbage Brussels sprouts.