What’s the big deal over Collagen?

What's the big deal about collagen? ... and why should we care? Over recent years, interest in collagen has skyrocketed!  Which is no surprise when, as we age our collagen levels start to drop we start to feel and see the signs of aging in our skin, joints and hair! So what's the big deal with collagen and why should we care? Collagen is an abundant protein found within your bones, muscles, tendons, cartilage and the skin, making up 30% of your bodies protein. Over 20 different types of collagen molecules exist!  The five main types of collagen are: Type…
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How the skin is affected by stress

How the skin is affected by stress

How the skin is affected by stress… by Carolyn@Qetello Is your skin stressed out? When we’re stressed, the adrenal glands release our ‘fight or flight’ hormones, such as adrenalin and cortisol, which elevate our heart rate, increase the acidity of the stomach and change the structure of our collagen; even damaging connective tissues and thus, compromising the health and integrity of our skin.    The adrenal glands, located at the top of our kidenys can become over exhausted causing adrenal fatigue.  When this happens the adrenal glands decrease the production of aldosterone, which can lead to dehydration, making the skin…
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