Enhanced Collagen Protein Matcha

Do I need to take collagen? Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body. It’s made naturally in the body. It’s also the protein that gets produced less as we age.In fact by the time we reach the age of 25, the amount of collagen our body produces starts to decline. Yikes!As a result, many are turning to supplementation. Do you need it? What is it good for? What Is Collagen? Collagen is naturally found in the body and is a protein with many functions. It’s the main component in your connective tissues, muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints and skin.Collagen can be thought of as the “glue” that helps hold the body together. It's responsible for keeping your skin firm and elastic, your joints strong and stable, and your digestive system healthy and working.It’s a hard-working protein that your body has a limited supply of.If you are thinking about taking collagen as a supplement, there are several benefits. 6 benefits to taking collagen 1. Supports Healthy Gut You may have heard that a healthy gut is the key to overall health. It’s true. Building a stronger intestinal lining, preventing its breakdown or weakening, and protecting it from unwanted bacteria is the goal. When the digestive tract is weakened, it can lead to pain and discomfort but also “leaky gut.” Leaky gut (where bacteria flow into the bloodstream from the gut) can cause fatigue, allergies, poor immunity, and more.Collagen can help. Loaded with the amino acid glutamine, it's been proven to be effective in preventing leaky gut and the subsequent chronic inflammation that can wreak havoc on the body.[1] 2. Improves Skin Quality Since collagen is the structure that helps with skin elasticity, it makes sense that as the body loses it, skin quality goes down. However, diet can help influence skin health. Diets high in sugar and processed carbohydrates cause our bodies to produce advanced glycated end products (AGEs), which reduce the density of collagen fibrils, leading to wrinkles and aging skin quality. Chronic sun exposure also further damages collagen fibers.To counteract that, consuming collagen peptides may help. Supplemental collagen has been shown to reduce the harmful UV-B induced skin damage to support superior skin quality.[2] Taking collagen supplements orally has been shown to increase skin elasticity, hydration and density of the skin.[3][4] Collagen supplementation is generally safe with no reported adverse events. [3] 3. Fights Joint Pain The building blocks of healthy joints come from your diet. These include key amino acids like proline, lysine, and glutamine, which support the natural production of collagen in the body. Recent studies show improvement in pain and physical function after supplementation with hydrolyzed collagen peptides.[5] Consuming enough quality protein and digestible collagen can really support the joints long-term. Chronic pain and arthritis are two of the most common reasons for patient visits to the doctor. The solutions often prescribed from those visits are ointments and drugs that help ease the pain, but do not address the root of the problem. The building blocks of healthy joints come from your diet. These include key amino acids like proline, lysine, and glutamine, which support the natural production of collagen in the body. Recent studies show improvement in pain and physical function after supplementation with hydrolyzed collagen (see Figure 1.0)[3]. Ensuring you eat enough quality protein or easily digestible supplemental collagen is fundamental to healthy joints in the long run. 4. Supports Weight Loss Collagen supports weight loss in a unique way. It’s not thermogenic or stimulant, like most weight loss supplements, but rather it impacts your satiety levels by naturally inhibiting the main hormone in the gut that triggers hunger [6]. What that means is that consuming collagen peptides can keep you from craving mid-afternoon sugar-laden snacks and unnecessary snacking. Adding collagen to your mid-morning coffee or mid-afternoon tea can be a great strategy to curb cravings and make it through to your next meal. 5. Improves Athletic Recovery If you’re active, training intensely, or always on-the-go, then your joints are likely suffering from some wear and tear. You will want to do some form of muscle recovery after high performance. It’s been found that taking collagen 1-hour before exercise or rehab activity increases the uptake of collagen into your joints, which accelerates recovery. [7] Unlike muscles, which can soak up nutrients for hours after activity, your joints suck up the surrounding water and nutrients within the hour after exercise, making the timing of your collagen intake crucial for supporting joints. Tip: Add a little vitamin C from lemon juice or a fruit snack to further increase absorption. 6. Supports Deep Sleep It seems more than ever; people are craving a restful sleep. Interestingly, studies have shown how collagen can help support the deep sleep your body longs for. Collagen contains the amino acid glycine. Glycine helps your body decompress and unwind, and is needed for quality sleep. Quality sleep helps to keep energy levels up, give your body strength to fight off viruses and infections, and thrive in your daily life. [8] I need to take collagen, how do I add it to my diet? The easiest and simplest way to consume collagen is through supplementation. In fact, that’s how many of the studies on collagen were done. For digestibility, hydrolyzed collagen peptides are a great solution.A high-quality collagen supplement, such as Organika’s Enhanced Collagen is ideal. Voted Canada’s #1 collagen powder, it’s made with bovine collagen and is beneficial for bones, joints, gut, hair, skin and nails.Check out the full Enhanced Collagen line up! There are many variations of collagen supplements, however, depending on what you prefer or your lifestyle, one may work better than another. You can get collagen in powder, capsule, and liquid form.You may enjoy adding collagen in powder form to your beverages or smoothies. You can even mix it into your yogurt or add it to baked goods.Maybe you prefer taking your collagen in liquid form, easily adding it to water or juice.Want to try collagen but you're vegetarian? We have a Vegetarian Collagen in easy to take capsules. The options are endless and the benefits are so worth diving into! Incorporate more collagen into your diet and feel the difference for yourself. References 1. Rao, R. Samak, G. Role of Glutamine in Protection of Intestinal Epithelial Tight Junctions/ J Eptihel Biol Pharmacol. 2012 Jan: 5(Suppl 1-M7):47-54. 2. Tanaka, M et al. Effects of Collagen Peptide Ingestion on UV-B-Induced Skin Damage. Biosci. Biotechnol. Biochem, 73 (4), 930–932, 2009. 3. Choi FD, Sung CT, Juhasz ML, Mesinkovsk NA. Oral Collagen Supplementation: A Systematic Review of Dermatological Applications. J Drugs Dermatol. 2019 Jan 1;18(1):9-16. 4. de Miranda RB, Weimer P, Rossi RC. Effects of hydrolyzed collagen supplementation on skin aging: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Dermatol. 2021 Dec;60(12):1449-1461. 5. Bello A, Oesser S. Collagen hydrolysate for the treatment of osteoarthritis and other joint disorders: a review of the literature. CMRO. Vol 22, 2006 – Iss 11. 6. Halden G, et al. Evidence for a Role of the Gut Hormone PYY in the Regulation of Intestinal Fatty Acid-binding Protein Transcripts in Differentiated Subpopulations of Intestinal Epithelial Cell Hybrids. J Biol Chemistry. Vol. 272, 1997. No. 19, Issue of May 9, pp. 12591–12600. 7. Hagarty, P et al. The effect of growth factors on both collagen synthesis and tensile strength of engineered human ligaments. Biomaterials 2012. doi:10.1016/j.biomaterials.2012.05.045. 8. Yamadera, W et al. Glycine ingestion improves subjective sleep quality in human volunteers, correlating with polysomnographic changes. Sleep & Biological Rhythms. Vol 5, Iss 2, April 2007, pg 126–131. Check out Organika®'s collection of collagen products   

Updated on July 10, 2020. Introducing a lively member of our Collagen family, Enhanced Collagen Vitality! Collagen Vitality is the envy of our collagen family, packed full of powerful antioxidants, energy and mood-boosting constituents and an amino-rich functional food benefiting not only your exterior features (hair, skin, nails) but also your digestion, immunity and overall health. So what makes our latest Collagen product so amazing? Matcha – that's right, we added the potent antioxidant-rich powerhouse matcha to our collagen and here are a few of the reasons why! What is Matcha? Matcha is a finely-ground green tea powder, originating in East Asia. Green tea is known to come from the tea plant, Camellia Sinensis, which is a shrub that is natively grown in Southern China. Due to its lack of processing, green tea is one of the most nutrient-dense teas on the market! Well-known for its incredible ability to calm and stimulate our mind at the same time, Matcha is also packed with antioxidants – more than any other source of food! Matcha tea goes through a specific process to ensure its colour and potency. Matcha leaves are shaded at the end of the growth cycle to reduce sun exposure and to increase chlorophyll content. A known powerhouse detoxifier, Chlorophyll is what gives the leaves their dark rich green colour. An amazing source of antioxidants Along with being chlorophyll-rich, Matcha is loaded with antioxidants such as EGCG, which are known to help counteract the effects of free radicals in the body, help prevent cell & DNA damage from toxins, radiation and even pollution in our body.  Antioxidants play a huge role in binding to the free radicals in our body and help restore our well being and balance. Another great benefit of Matcha and its high level of EGCG is its unique effect on our metabolism. Many weight loss supplements contain EGCG for its potent effect on boosting our metabolism. Unlike some supplements on the market that can cause an increase in your blood pressure or affect your adrenal glands from high amounts of caffeine, Matcha doesn't over-stimulate the body, by-passing the typical negative effects of caffeine. This is thanks to the presence of L-theanine. Caffeine and theanine: striking a balance Matcha is known to contain L-Theanine, an amino acid that acts as a natural "stress reducer" within the body. The role of this amino acid in our body is to promote a feeling of relaxation and calmness, while helping reduce the levels of cortisol (our stress hormone).  L-Theanine has been shown to increase moods, help with concentration as well as improve memory – all things that can be affected when we are under high amounts of stress. Even though Matcha naturally contains caffeine (around 32.5 mg per gram, or 1/3 of the caffeine found in a cup of brewed coffee), it affects our body in a non-stimulating way. Matcha has been shown to produce a much longer and more sustained amount of energy than other drinks that naturally contain caffeine and won't cause jitters or leave you with a crash in energy. The amino acid L-Theanine also plays a role in this. What are the benefits of matcha and collagen? Besides Matcha's amazing natural energy and antioxidant-rich properties, it is also a great of vitamins A, B, C, E and K. It naturally contains trace minerals essential for healthy skin, a strong immune system and an increased metabolism. It sounds like a superfood, doesn't it? Well, Matcha comes close and pairing with Collagen makes it even better! As you may know, collagen is essential for healthy, glowing skin as well as healthy joints. It also plays a considerable role in our digestive health and immunity. Collagen has come a long way since just being used for beauty purposes; Collagen is a staple in many peoples health regime, mine included. The combination of Enhanced Collagen and Matcha seems so perfect!  A nutrient-rich combination of protein, skin enhancing vitamins and antioxidants that leaves you feeling enhanced, focused and energized through the day. A natural addition to your health routine, Enhanced Collagen Vitality can be added to your smoothies, energy balls or used to create your very own coconut collagen matcha in the morning! For more amazing collagen recipes, check out the Everything Collagen section on our blog and follow us on social media @organikahealth! 

"Quelle est la différence entre le bouillon d'os et le collagène ?" C'est une question que me posent souvent mes clients. Les principales différences résident dans le profil nutritionnel et le mode de fabrication. Voyons cela de plus près. Bouillon d'os et collagène On peut considérer le bouillon d'os comme un soutien général de l'organisme. Il contient une multitude de nutriments essentiels, notamment des protéines, comme le collagène, qui sont riches en acides aminés importants comme la glycine et la glutamine. Il contient également un éventail de minéraux (c'est-à-dire du calcium, du magnésium, du manganèse, du phosphore, du potassium, du sodium et du zinc). En outre, le processus de mijotage des os de bœuf ou de poulet pendant une longue période libère également des glycosaminoglycanes (GAG), qui sont très bénéfiques pour les articulations. Le bouillon d'os est plein de bonnes choses ! Le collagène est une protéine que l'on trouve dans le bouillon d'os, mais il peut aussi être isolé par un processus appelé hydrolyse qui crée un supplément de poudre de collagène plus concentré, comme ceux utilisés dans notre Enhanced Collagen. Cela peut être extrêmement bénéfique car vous obtenez des doses beaucoup plus importantes de collagène et d'acides aminés spécifiques au collagène comme la glycine, la glutamine, la proline, l'hydroxyproline et l'arginine. Ces acides aminés "vedettes" sont formidables pour maintenir les articulations en bonne santé, faire fonctionner votre système digestif à plein régime et tonifier votre système nerveux pour favoriser la récupération. Maintenant que vous savez que le bouillon d'os et le collagène sont bons pour vous, la vraie question est la suivante : Comment savoir si vous devez prendre du bouillon d'os ou du collagène (ou les deux) ? Comme choisir entre un marteau et un tournevis, cela dépend de ce dont VOUS avez besoin. Dois-je prendre l'un des deux ou les deux ? Avec mes clients, j'aime penser au bouillon d'os comme à un tonique général pour soutenir la santé globale. Il vous apporte un ensemble supplémentaire de nutriments clés pour vous permettre de vous sentir au mieux de votre forme. C'est également un complément fantastique pendant les mois d'hiver pour renforcer l'immunité, soutenir votre système nerveux et vous sentir au mieux pendant les jours les plus sombres et les plus froids. Le collagène peut également être utilisé comme un tonique général, mais j'ai tendance à y penser pour des préoccupations plus spécifiques. Par exemple, si vous voulez cibler vos articulations douloureuses, aider à réparer un intestin qui fuit, améliorer les troubles du sommeil ou soutenir la santé de la peau, une plus grande dose d'acides aminés spécifiques au collagène sera probablement très utile. Bien sûr, vous n'avez pas nécessairement à choisir entre les deux. Mon mélange préféré est constitué de deux mesures de bouillon d'os au gingembre et d'une mesure de collagène amélioré le soir pour se détendre avant de se coucher. Bouillon d'os d'Organika et Collagène enrichi Le bouillon d'os d'Organika est fabriqué à partir de poulets biologiques élevés en liberté OU de bovins nourris à l'herbe (selon que vous aimez le poulet ou le bœuf). Dans les deux cas, il n'y a pas d'antibiotiques, d'hormones ou d'additifs ajoutés. Vous obtenez un bouillon d'os pur, nutritif, riche en protéines et délicieux. Il existe également une option de bouillon végétal à base de champignons trémellaires et de levure nutritionnelle. Enhanced Collagen Original d'Organika est fabriqué à partir de bovins nourris à l'herbe et est chargé de collagène de type 1 et de type 3, qui apporte un soutien important aux articulations, à l'intestin, aux cheveux, à la peau et aux ongles. Ensemble, vous disposez d'un soutien à spectre complet et de formes de collagène hautement absorbables. Vous voulez les prendre ensemble ? Essayez notre collagène à spectre complet 1,2,3 (un mélange de collagène et de bouillon d'os). Le bouillon d'os et le collagène sont d'excellents compléments à votre arsenal nutritionnel, trouvez le bon mélange pour répondre à vos objectifs ! Dr Marc Bubbs ND, CISSN, CSCS