Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body that helps

to build the structure of your tissues including bones, tendons, connective tissue and of course, your
skin. You can think of collagen as the “glue” that holds everything in place.

Collagen protein is composed primarily of three amino acids obtained from protein foods in the diet:
• Glycine,
• Proline,
• Hydroxyproline.

Vitamin C, and other micronutrients, are also critical for collagen formation.
A deficiency in any of these means that production slows, impacting skin structure and its ability to
hold on to moisture.
While we can’t control time ticking on, we can control what we
eat and can reduce other factors that accelerate collagen breakdown including things like exposure to
UV radiation, toxins and smoking.

Studies show that increasing collagen, through both dietary and topical means, helps to improve the
appearance and structure of the skin, allowing for more firmness, plumpness, elasticity and resilience to
the environment.

To replenish collagen naturally, try these tips:

• Eat foods high in collagen including bone broth, tougher cuts of meat (like brisket) and fish
with the skin and bones.
• Use a collagen protein powder mixed into smoothies, soups or coffee.
• Eat foods high in vitamin C, including kiwi, broccoli, bell peppers, strawberries and oranges,
which promote collagen formation.
• Take Pueraria mirifica, an herb containing potent phytoestrogens that increases both the
amount and quality of collagen while inhibiting its breakdown.
• Use Pueraria mirifica topically to speed up the process of collagen regeneration and nourish
the skin.