Your Daily Beauty Booster! How is Collagen Made?

What are the Benefits of Collagen Products?

As we age and begin to experience side effects from collagen loss, we can support the production of collagen to lessen these effects. Shaklee Collagen provides the necessary building blocks to support collagen synthesis: all nine essential amino acids, plus vitamin C and biotin.

How is Collagen Made?

Our bodies naturally produce collagen through a complex process that involves combining amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins. The synthesis of collagen requires specific nutrients, including certain vitamins and minerals, to support the process. These nutrients include vitamin C, proline, glycine, and copper, among others.

Here's a breakdown of how collagen is made in our bodies:

1. Amino acid production: Our body synthesizes amino acids either by breaking down dietary proteins or through de novo synthesis, where certain amino acids are produced from other molecules. Amino acids are crucial for collagen production.
2. Gene expression: Genes in our DNA provide instructions for the production of collagen. The genetic information is transcribed into RNA molecules, which serve as templates for protein synthesis.
3. Translation: Ribosomes, the cellular machinery, read the RNA templates and assemble the amino acids in a specific sequence to form polypeptide chains, which are the primary structure of collagen.
4. Folding and modification: The newly formed polypeptide chains undergo various folding and post-translational modifications, including hydroxylation of proline and lysine residues. These modifications are essential for the stability and functionality of collagen.
5. Assembly and secretion: Inside the cell, three polypeptide chains come together to form a triple helix structure, known as a procollagen molecule. The procollagen molecules are transported to the Golgi apparatus, where they are packaged into vesicles and then secreted into the extracellular space.
6. Cleavage and cross-linking: Once outside the cell, specific enzymes remove the extra segments at the ends of procollagen molecules, transforming them into collagen. The collagen molecules then undergo further modifications, including cross-linking between individual collagen fibrils, to enhance their strength and stability.
7. Tissue integration: The newly formed collagen fibrils are integrated into the extracellular matrix of various tissues, such as skin, tendons, ligaments, and bones. They provide structural support and contribute to the elasticity and strength of these tissues.
8. The body's ability to produce collagen decreases with age, leading to collagen loss and associated signs of aging. Lifestyle factors such as poor nutrition, excessive sun exposure, smoking, and certain medical conditions can also affect collagen production and contribute to its decline. Therefore, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, balanced diet, and providing adequate nutrients can support collagen synthesis and help slow down the aging process.
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Shaklee Collagen Provides the Necessary Building Blocks to Support Collagen Synthesis

1. Shaklee Collagen contains all 9 essential amino acids, thanks to a combination of collagen and pea protein. Collagen contains detectable amounts of only eight essential amino acids, but all nine are required to support protein synthesis. So, we combined 2.5 g of collagen plus 1 g of pea protein to create Shaklee Collagen. This blend of collagen and pea protein provides all nine essential amino acids, vitamin C, and biotin to support the production of all proteins, including collagen.
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