Few people know that the collagen present in the human body ceases to produce its enzymes by the age of 25. Because of this, the skin gradually ages, and the joints wear out. To delay this inevitable process as far as possible, scientists have developed a unique drug - collagen for joints and ligaments. Does he only help everyone? How and when is it better to use it to achieve maximum results?
How are our joints
To understand why collagen is needed for joints, consider how they are arranged. In the human body, joints are located wherever the movements of rotation, flexion, extension and rotation are carried out. By their structure, they are all divided into simple (connecting two bones) and complex (combine three or more large and small bones). Both of them have articular surfaces covered with a special cartilage (hyaline), a synovial membrane, an articular cavity and a capsule in which synovial fluid is produced . It is necessary to lubricate the cartilage in order to reduce the deformations that occur in it during movement. Collagen is the main component of all components of the joint, and in addition, it is found in the skin, ligaments, tendons, vessel walls.
Description
Collagen is a special type of protein that consists of many fibers (fibrils). In the human body, it is approximately 35%. It is necessary for the elasticity of our skin, strength and elasticity of ligaments, strength and, at the same time, mobility of articular joints. Collagen synthesis is a rather complex process, in which many enzymes, amino acids, vitamins and trace elements are involved. Its molecules are spirals, each turn of which contains amino acid residues of glycine, proline, lysine and others. Depending on the nature of these compounds, several types of collagen are distinguished. Each is contained only in a specific human organ. Collagen for joints is represented by type II, which is necessarily taken into account by the manufacturers of biologically active drugs.
Why joints need collagen
Over the years, our skin loses its elasticity, cartilage in the joints wears out, connective tissue becomes less elastic and strong. Outwardly, wrinkles, saggy cheeks, folds on the abdomen perfectly demonstrate this . Internal deformities are manifested in pain when walking, and in elderly people - with any body movements. Arthrosis, osteochondrosis, and other diseases develop in the joints. This happens because the cartilage becomes so thin that it can no longer protect the articular surfaces. When moving, they rub against each other, hurting a person. If you do not start treatment in time, the destruction of the joint will become irreversible and you will have to replace it with an artificial one. One way to prevent this is through collagen for the joints. With any movement, such as walking, the cartilage, like a spring, constantly contracts and straightens. If there is enough collagen in it, this process is easy. Unfortunately, this protein is destroyed by collagenase enzymes, which are constantly present in the body. While a person is young, the necessary amount of collagen manages to recover. In the future, the regeneration process slows down. By the age of 40, its synthesis is halving. Not only cartilage suffers from this, but also ligaments, in which collagen becomes brittle and does not provide the necessary elasticity. Collagen for joints, which is part of drugs and dietary supplements, is used to restore the required amount of this protein in the body.
Gelatin or pills
It is believed that well-known edible gelatin restores collagen in the human body better than tablets. It really is. Gelatin is made from animal material by hydrolysis. The result is hydrolyzed collagen, perfectly absorbed by the body. Therefore, it is possible to be treated with this product, only you need to use it at least 7 g per day for people with an inactive lifestyle and 10 g to everyone else. The course of treatment is about 2 months. Not everyone is ready to eat jelly made from a pack of gelatin daily. An excellent alternative is dietary supplement “Collagen for joints”. In addition to collagen, the powder contains a number of amino acids and vitamins necessary for the body, which further contributes to the improvement of treatment results. One bag (8 grams) costs about 11 rubles. Some manufacturers also produce therapeutic ointments with collagen.
Biologically active additives
One of the most popular products is Collagen Ultra. In its production, the latest technologies are used, which made it possible to include hydroxyproline, oxylysine, vitamin C in the amino acid composition, without which it is impossible to synthesize collagen for joints. Instructions for use of the drug is extremely simple - a powder (or capsule) is drunk with food once a day for 3 months. Who can help this dietary supplement:
sick with arthrosis, osteochondrosis of the I and II stages. Stage III is treated mainly by surgery. This drug can only reduce pain.
- suffering osteoporosis, arthritis;
- Athletes and people performing large physical activities, for example, hairdressers who spend their entire working day on their feet;
- Having suffered joint injuries, operations;
- for the prevention of joint diseases to all people over 30 years old.
Contraindications
Collagen in connective tissue and cartilage is not restored immediately. Destructive protease enzymes also affect its amount. Therefore, to achieve visible results, it is recommended to take collagen for joints for a long time. Contraindications exist only for those who have an individual intolerance to this product. Also, it is not recommended to use it for people suffering from phenylketonuria. In addition, in some patients who took the drug for a long time, an increase in body weight was observed. According to the reviews of many people who trusted their health with collagen preparations, they not only had improvement with joints, but also wrinkles were smoothed out and skin was tightened.