2024-02-28 06:04:28
Did you know that your skin is made up of almost 90% collagen? Naturally present in the body, this protein is intended to guarantee the elasticity and regeneration of epidermal tissues. The problem is that its production decreases as we age. From the age of 25, collagen becomes less and less important, the skin loses its tone and it is then that the first signs of aging such as wrinkles begin to appear.
Skin aging is not the only consequence of the decrease in collagen. It can also promote hair loss, the appearance of joint pain, osteoarthritis, muscle or bone problems. To counter this, it is important, even before investing in collagen-boosting treatments or food supplements, to pay attention to your lifestyle and diet.
What foods should you avoid to maintain good collagen levels?
The foods on our plates can also have an impact on collagen. While some can facilitate its production, others, on the contrary, prove destructive, as the nutrition expert explains. Valerie Orsoni in the columns of Gala. Among the worst foods for collagen, the specialist points out processed meats “such as sausages, bacon and cold meats”.
These “contain high levels of sulfites and other preservatives that can contribute to inflammation and oxidative stress, leading to the breakdown of collagen”, she warns. She also discusses the high salt content of processed meats which can cause dehydration, preventing collagen from maintaining hydration in the skin.
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