Whether you’re an elite athlete, in your 80’s or suffered an injury, you may be at risk of cartilage damage. Cartilage has minimal ability to repair itself therefore it is important to explore preventative measures for degeneration. Collagen has emerged as promising option for the protection of cartilage and may be the perfect solution for you.
Collagen is a key component in cartilage. It not only provides cartilage with its strength but also acts as the framework for the other components of cartilage. Collagen’s amino acid composition provides elevated levels of glycine and proline. These amino acids are essential for the stability and regeneration of cartilage.
Studies suggest that oral supplementation of collagen hydrolysate may protect cartilage and thus prevent the degeneration of cartilage. The proposed mechanism of this is that collagen hydrolysate accumulates in cartilage tissue and stimulates production of type II collagen (the major protein in articular cartilage) and proteoglycans in the extracellular matrix of cartilage.
So, now that you know the benefits of collagen for cartilage, let’s take a look at why FUTURELIFE® REPAIR FOOD™ should be your number one collagen supplement choice:
1. FUTURELIFE® REPAIR FOOD™ contains Hydrolyzed Collagen sourced from grass-fed, pasture-raised bovine hides thus ensuring a natural, high quality, and sustainable collagen source. By breaking down proteins enzymatically into smaller peptides, the collagen source is easily digested and absorbed.
2. FUTURELIFE® REPAIR FOOD™ Nutritional Supplement contains ACTI8™, a patented (South African Patent Pending 2019/05507) high protein blend of 10g Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides and key nutrients in specific dosages optimal to the overall support and maintenance of bones, muscles and cartilage.
3. To obtain just the active nutrients from one sachet of REPAIR FOOD™ would require you to consume 15 tablets* a day.
4. FUTURELIFE® REPAIR FOOD™ Protein Bar contains 10g Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides, is High in Protein and Low GI with a textured nougat centre enrobed in a deliciously decadent sugar free dark chocolate coating.
5. Both REPAIR FOOD™ Nutritional Supplement and Protein Bar offers convenience in an on-the-go format and are available in Vanilla and Chocolate flavours.
Don’t wait until it’s too late to protect your cartilage. Take care of your body with the complete solution, REPAIR FOOD™.
Author: Sonal Ratan RD (SA)
