The benefits and harms of collagen pills

Written By The HealthMeth Team - Updated On Saturday, March 13, 2021 6:00 PM

Collagen

Collagen pills are one of the types of proteins beneficial to the body, which work to build and restore bone, tendons, cartilage, skin, and nails. Scientists and specialists are divided in their attitudes towards it. The matter has a cumulative effect over time, and there are some scientists who believe that it consists of natural substances that do not harm the body, such as manufactured materials, and some scientists reply to them by saying: that cortisone consists of natural substances, but if it is used without consulting a doctor, or excessive doses of it are taken, then it is It poses great harm to the health of the body, so what are the benefits? And what is the known damage about collagen so far? [1]


Benefits of collagen pills

Among these benefits: [2]

  • Collagen maintains the freshness and elasticity of the skin's skin, and resists the appearance of various wrinkles in it, and it is known that aging works to reduce the percentage of collagen in the body, so we can conclude from this that this substance prolongs youth as well.
  • It fills in lines caused by wrinkles, skin sagging and sagging with age, or intense exposure to the sun.
  • It works to treat the effects of wounds, scars, and acne scars .
  • It strengthens the hair follicles, and restores the hair's luster, and its healthy and natural shine.
  • It removes most of the wilt and aging effects around the lips and eyes.
  • Helpful in treating pain caused by arthritis.
  • It works to nourish, strengthen and improve the performance of all muscles of the body .


Damage to collagen pills

So far, no complications and negative side effects have appeared from taking these pills, although there is a segment of people that showed a significant increase in weight as a result of taking them, but this effect can be considered a positive effect for people who suffer from thinness and want to increase their weight, but on In general, you should not overindulge in these pills, and it is preferable to refer to a specialist for advice in determining the amount and times when it is allowed to take them, and it is also clear that until now the positive effects of these pills have become apparent to everyone who used them and used them and did not appear on any of them. Any health problems and side effects that call for avoiding abuse, and taking a decisive stance towards it.It is known that there are many countries that produce these grains, and among these countries are Japan and the United States, and the latter has proven its superiority so far, and the Arab markets have become full of its products, however its spread is still limited among people and only a small segment uses them due to the relatively high prices.[3]


References

  1. TAVIA PENNINGTON (18-7-2017), "Importance of Collagen in Health" , www.livestrong.com , Retrieved 20-6-2018. Edited.
  2. Dr. Josh Ax, DNM, DC, CNS (15-2-2018), "How Collagen Can Boost Your Body's Skin, Muscle, and Gut" , www.healthline.com , Retrieved 18-6-2018. Edited.
  3. HELEN NNAMA (3-10-2017), “Side Effects of Taking Collagen Supplements” , www.livestrong.com , Retrieved 6-18-2018. Edited.