Strong Bones, Strong Life: The Role of Collagen Supplements in Bone Health

Why does bone health matter?

Strong bones keep us up right, allow us to move, protect vital organs and store nutrients and minerals that keep us alive. This is why bone health is important for everyone, regardless of age.

People who don’t have strong healthy bones are at greater risk of breakage and fractures, as well as developing conditions like rickets and osteoporosis, all of which can lead to limited mobility.

A lot of people think that because older people are more likely to develop these conditions, they don’t need to worry about keeping their bones strong and healthy until they are older themselves. This isn’t true.

It’s just as important that young people look after their bone health. This is because, during childhood and adolescence bone tissue is constantly growing, this can continue up until the age of 20. However, as we get older, we start to lose bone mass. Therefore, the earlier you start looking after your bones the better.

The Role of Collagen:

Collagen is the body's primary structural protein, essential to many bodily processes. Collagen can be found in most of the bodies’ tissues, including tendons, ligaments, cartilage, connective tissue, and bones.

Collagen supports bone health in the following ways:

Structural Support: Collagen provides structural support to bones by giving them strength and flexibility. Supporting mineralization of bone tissue, it helps to maintain bone integrity.

Bone Formation: Collagen plays a role in the initial stages of bone formation. Bone-forming cells produce collagen to create the foundation for mineral deposition.

Mineral Binding: Collagen fibres act as a binding site for minerals like calcium and phosphorous, both crucial for bone strength. This process of mineralization gives bones their hardness and resistance to compression.

Bone Flexibility: Collagen provides bone flexibility, preventing brittle bones. Flexibility if essential for absorbing impact and prevents fractures.

Bone Healing: Serving as a scaffold for new bone formation during the repair of fractures and other bone injuries.

Joint Health: Collagen is present in connective tissue in the joints, contributing to stability and function. This is important for overall musculoskeletal health and bones.

Collagen Supplements:

As we age the amount of collagen produced naturally in our bodies decreases, therefore many people could benefit from taking a collagen supplement.

Athletes especially should consider taking collagen to maintain bone and joint health as this can help reduce the risk of sports related injuries.

XMiles Recommendations:

At XMiles we love the Zooki Collagen & Super Strength Collagen sachets. Both products are a tasty and easy to consume, single serve sachet. 

Collagen:

• 5000mg Collagen 
• 57kcal
• 80mg Vitamin C

Super Strength Collagen: 

• 11,000mg Collagen
• 49 kcal
• 40mg Vitamin C

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