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STRATEGIC R&D

Metabolic processes slow down with age. For
example, the breakdown of proteins such as
collagen, which keeps the body in shape, ensures
the function of the musculoskeletal system, and
performs important tasks in many other parts of
the body – begins to outpace the regeneration
that would occur in a younger person. Although
this process cannot be stopped, it can be slowed
through supplementation with certain nutrients.
Collagen peptides are a prime example, as they
help stimulate the body’s own collagen production
– and thus, improve quality of life even in old age.

Live Well for Longer

Collagen Peptides’ Role in Supporting

Mobility and Better Quality of Life

All about Ageing Specific Peptides for Particular Needs
Thailand has one of the fastest-aging populations in the world, according In total, there are four different groups of highly specialized tissue
to ERIA (the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia), which cells in the human body: Fibroblasts in the skin, tendocytes in the
says the proportion of its people aged 60 and over is projected to increase ligaments and tendons, chondrocytes in the joints, and osteoblasts
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from 13% in 2010 to 33% in 2040. One of the great fears of older people in the bone. gelatin and collagen peptides manufacturer offers a
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is losing their independence as a result of a declining musculoskeletal system range of specific bioactive collagen peptides that stimulate collagen
– whether due to sarcopenia, advanced osteoporosis or degenerative joint metabolism and reach all collagen-rich areas of the body. For
diseases. example, helps improve skin texture , promotes the regeneration
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Collagen is the most abundant protein in humans and the most of articular cartilage , and contributes to bone density and stability
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important building block of connective tissue. As a structural protein, it by promoting the biosynthesis of the extracellular bone matrix . The
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performs important functions in joints, bones, tendons, and ligaments, as food supplement for athletes which can optimize their body
well as in muscle tissue and fasciae that run through the entire body. composition through muscle gain and fat loss. Collagen peptide
The musculoskeletal system is held together by collagen-containing strengthens tendons and ligaments and can thus contribute to both
structures that, among other things, convert muscle power into increased performance and a reduced risk of injury, with a faster
movement. In short, when an ageing body produces less collagen, mobility return to training after injury .
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can suffer. To confirm their beneficial effects, gelatin and collagen peptides
manufacturer regularly initiates clinical studies, which have shown
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Now for the Good News that these cells react very specifically to certain peptides. This
But the good news is, it's possible to counteract the decline in the body's process can be roughly compared to the lock-and-key principle:
production of this essential protein through supplementation with collagen The structure of the peptide fits exactly to the receptors of the
peptides. These are highly purified, short-chain protein building blocks of respective tissue cell, which are then stimulated to produce collagen.
animal origin that are obtained by partial hydrolysis of native collagen protein. For manufacturers, collagen peptides offer numerous
But how exactly do they work in your body? possibilities because they are easy to process and are therefore
When our body breaks down collagen, these long chains of amino acids suitable for a wide variety of product concepts – from tablets, capsule
are broken down into small fragments by enzymes and transported away. preparations, and instant products, to bars and gels, drinks, and
As part of this process, the body receives a signal that pieces of degraded shots. They have no negative impact on the taste or odour of the
collagen are present, and reconstruction must therefore begin. A young and end product and are easily soluble, as well as heat- and acid-stable.
healthy body reacts immediately and does just that. However, when the In addition, collagen peptides are safe and, as natural foods, do not
metabolism slows down over time, these signals are no longer sufficient, carry an E-number. They are therefore also suitable for clean label
and degradation occurs. products.
When we consume collagen peptides through food, we absorb collagen
fragments but in larger quantities. These fragments enter the bloodstream,
distribute themselves throughout the body, and the same process begins
again: the cells responsible for connective tissue and collagen metabolism
notice that there is an imbalance and send a much stronger signal to produce More Information Service Info C013
more collagen. As a result, the body's own mechanism is externally
stimulated, leading to increased collagen production.

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