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Wendy Christien – Collagen

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Collagen, which is found in our muscles, tendons, bones, blood vessels, skin, and digestive systems is the most abundant protein in our bodies.
Collagen has several benefits. It is necessary to keep our skins elastic and our joints, ligaments, and tendons strong. It quite literally is the glue that binds our bodies together, but as we age, we lose collagen.
Wendy shares on the types and sources of collagen and what to watch out for if we ingest too much.
10 Nov 2022 English South Africa Health & Fitness · Christianity

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