Studies have shown that collagen can decrease joint pain during exercise, help rebuild lost cartilage, and strengthen ligaments and tendons surrounding our joints.
Collagen is present in these foods:
- Citrus fruits
- Garlic
- Chicken
- Fish and shellfish
- Berries
- Garlic
- White tea
- Egg whites
- Red and yellow vegetables
- Coffee creamers (as a special additive)
Incorporating collagen supplements into your diet is more beneficial than consuming animal products. However, many collagen supplements come from animal cartilage. The human body can more easily digest and absorb hydrolyzed collagen, which you can find in many collagen powders.
You can substitute collagen powder, tablets, or liquid for as much as 36% of the proteins you normally eat each day.