So, Is Collagen Supplementation Completely Unnecessary?
To answer the question of whether we should be supplement with collagen is to be answered on an individual basis. But, in general, if you’re healthy and under 60 years old, I would say no.
Collagen is a protein that our body naturally produces, so you should have enough unless you have an underlying problem.
Even then, if you are under 60 years old and you’re suffering from digestive issues, inflammation, and/or brittle skin and nails, the first place I would look is your daily diet, not supplementation.
Most of the time, these kinds of issues are better solved by removing toxic foods from our diet and adding in more nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory foods.
Supplementation cannot make up for a poor diet!
Many individuals have specific food sensitivities and allergies created by even healthy foods, or even mold in their homes.
These issues won’t be solved by supplementation, but by finding the cause of the issues and removing them from one’s diet or living space.
I’ve worked with clients who are looking for the next best supplement to solve their problems only to find that nothing changed until they removed inflammatory foods like fried foods and sugars from their diet, or even a food that they thought was healthy but caused them problems.
If you feel you’re relatively healthy and considering supplementation, I would always start with your diet before adding extras. Make sure you are getting adequate COMPLETE proteins, lots of fruits and vegetables, enough water, and lowering your intake of sugars and processed foods.
If you’re not sure if you’re getting enough of each of these things or want further support with your nutrition, you can connect with one of our coaches here. We’ll be happy to help you create the health you want!
Stay healthy and strong and keep learning!
-Coach Michelle