![]() ![]() For collagen type III, the skin, muscle, and blood vessels are the most common sources of this protein. Collagen type II is present in the cartilage. Collagen type I is the most common in skin, bone, teeth, tendon, ligaments, vascular ligature, and organs. Nearly 28 types of collagen have been identified, but 80 – 90 percent of the collagen in the body consists of types I, II, and III. As we age, collagen is broken down faster than we can replace it, so it's a good idea to support its production in our body. It's the most abundant protein in the body and acts like glue or scaffolding to support our structure. ![]() Just as animals have collagen, so too do humans. Gelatin is a product made from the collagen sourced from animals. That cycle has happened quite a few times over time, so I now make an effort to take them regularly. When I stop, the pain and movement limitations return. The results have been pretty consistent over the years - when I take gelatin or collagen regularly, the pain vanishes and my range of movement is noticeably better. Using these products regularly and making an easy chicken bone broth has made a noticeable difference to my health, to the point that I forget I have this long term weakness in my arms. I know the term “game changer" is overused but that’s exactly what it these have been for me. The two are quite similar, collagen is just broken down a bit more and is probably more of a flexible ingredient than gelatin. So, a lot of my colleagues and clients have probably guessed that I’m referring to gelatin and also collagen. ![]() A Paleo style diet, or something similar, is anti-inflammatory and nutrient dense - perfect for an inflammatory condition like bursitis. And I found that by eating a certain way, I could avoid these painful and annoying injuries. I live by the idea that the least restrictive diet possible that’s also health-promoting is really important for sustainability and mental health. I don’t eat strict Paleo anymore because I personally don’t need to, though it did really help me get on top of some autoimmune issues. I was constantly getting re-injured by lifting even semi-heavy things.Ĭut to a few years ago and I got involved in the Paleo diet pretty heavily. The initial injury was caused by lifting heavy boxes during a house move and I just never recovered. It was very hard for me to lift my arms above my head without pain.
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