Healthy hair, nails, and skin
As many of you know, Olivia just got married. At the wedding, many people commented on my looks (face and hair) and I wanted address this and say something that I have been doing differently for the past year.
Along with trying to eat well and exercise- which is really just running 3-4 miles daily, biking a few times a week when Dave and I have time, and trying to lift weights, which I do sporadically, I have also been taking this supplement, Vital Proteins Marine Collagen. I started one year ago after reading an online article about the importance of collagen peptides in a vitamin regime. Dave also shared with me an article in AARP that highlighted the importance of collagen peptides for youthful looking skin, better bone health (osteoporosis runs in the family), and in aiding in muscle recovery. By adding collagen peptides into my vitamin regime I would be ensuring the cohesion, elasticity, and regeneration of skin, hair, cartilage, bones, and joints.
Thus began my journey with Marine Collagen supplements. I Googled many and found this one- Vital Proteins, they had really good reviews. I ordered one container (pricey-$49.00) to see how I liked it. It’s tasteless and odorless. I add it to plain drinking water. I simply fill a glass with filtered water and put in a scoopful. I let it sit for while- the powder dissolves in the water. I stir sometimes to help it dissolve faster. I drink it while I down my multivitamin and my flax-seed oil supplement. The product I use does not have a taste or an aftertaste. Some people on Amazon report they taste a fishy taste, I can’t imagine how. I am very sensitive to taste and smell I have never tasted or smelled anything fishy, not even a burping, smelly, fishy hiccup after drinking the solution. I take this product every morning, when traveling I bring a baggy with me. One container will last for two months.
So have I noticed a change since I have been taking the supplement for a full year now? Yes! When I run I don’t feel as achy. I used to dread running, but now there are days where I actually look forward to it. I love when I am in control and the running is good, when my body doesn’t feel old and achy. I also found I have more energy to complete my runs. My nails are definitely stronger and they actually grow too fast, not complaining, just noticing that I have to cut them down more often. My hair is thicker and I am not losing as much as I used to in the shower or on the hairbrush. I actually had to cut off a few inches because my hair had grown to the middle of my back- not age appropriate. My hair appears thicker and fuller. My skin is definitely clearer. Breakouts are a thing of the past and now my skin glows even when I only have moisturizer on. I have been blessed with good skin, the women in my family have beautiful skin, but I really believe this product is helping me keep it moist and supple.
I am a fan. I order two jars at a time so I know I will not run out. I am very loyal, I find a product that I like and I stick with it.
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| Looks like this at first, stir or wait till is dilutes, then drink. |
I should add that I am 56 years young and I am feeling very good. Aging just sucks, but if I can somehow make my daily running easier, my skin look younger, my hair, nails, and muscles stronger, while keeping osteoporosis at bay-then I will continue to spend big bucks on vitamin supplements. What are your thoughts?
If you decide to try this product let me know. I would love to hear your story.
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