Collagen is the most abundant protein that is found in our bodies. It is located in everything from our skin, to the tendons that connect our muscles to bones, and the cartilage of our ears and noses. The proteins help to provide structure, flexibility, or pliability to the various structures of our body.
The protein molecule is comprised of three chains, each containing over 1,400 different amino acids chained together. These three chains fold together to create a triple helix. The molecule is used in a variety of beauty treatments, including facial care and skin creams. These products claim to replace the collagen that has been lost by the body as we age, though there really doesn't appear to be any qualitative data to show the benefits of utilizing these treatments.
Regardless of how marketing departments try to spin collagen toward attracting new customers to their products, it is important to remember that it is an extremely important protein to the function of our bodies.
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