“Collagen is like a block formed by many bricks”

Boticaria García Nutritionist explained through its social networks how collagen influences our body, especially for skin care and bones.

“Collagen is a protein that is part of the skin, bones, tendons. Collagen is like a block formed by many bricks: when we eat the block, the bricks are released in the stomach and then those blocks are gathered again by our body to form skin again, bones, tendons,” he explained.

He stressed that consuming collagen, both in blocks and in its loose components, can stimulate its natural formation. The specialist also shared a list of the best foods to obtain collagen naturally.

“These are the top five foods with which you can get it: bone broth, fish such as salmon or sardines, chicken, especially with skin, eggs and dairy products,” he said.

He also highlighted the importance of vitamin C as a key element in collagen manufacturing: “Bonus: To manufacture collagen we need vitamin C, so citrus, broccoli and peppers are also your allies,” he added.

In the case of broccoli, a highly beneficial vegetable for collagen production, its cooking mode is essential to preserve its nutrients.

A very simple way to prepare the broccoli is steamed for a few minutes, the right thing for it to be tender but crunchy, since its high levels of vitamin C. can also be skipped slightly or included in salads.

Integrating these five foods mentioned by Boticaria García in the diet is the first step to make small changes in food and that in the long run, can translate into great benefits for skin health and joints.