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Howdy everyone!! I am SO excited to talk about this post! I love when I find really good products that are tried and true and do exactly what they say they do. Vital Proteins is one of them. There’s a reason why it’s America’s #1 collagen brand. Here you will the benefits of collagen and how to easily make it part of your daily routine. I have tried many other collagen brands and I keep coming back to Vital Proteins.
The first thing I noticed was how it made my skin look. Especially on my legs. They have a bit of a glow or shiny appearance. Then my hairline. I grow tiny bangs! My hair girl is always impressed. And the most important thing I have noticed is recovery time. I am no spring chicken anymore so after working out I could stay sore for days. Collagen Peptides has really changed that for me.
WELL WHAT IS COLLAGEN?
I am so happy you asked! Collagen is the most abundant protein found in your body, accounting for about one-third of its protein composition.
It’s one of the major building blocks of bones, skin, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Collagen is also found in many other body parts, including blood vessels, corneas, and teeth. You can think of it as the “glue” that holds all these things together.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF COLLAGEN?
HEALTHY NAILS
Collagen stimulates cells that boost the production of new collagen to support healthy skin and nails.
GLOWING COMPLEXION
Collagen helps to restore the skin’s moisture, improving the elasticity, tone and vibrancy that’s already within you.
HEALTHY HAIR
Collagen stimulates cells that boost the production of new collagen to support healthy hair.
HEALTHY BONES AND JOINTS
Collagen stimulates cells that boost the production of new collagen to support healthy bones and joints.
YOUTHFUL APPEARANCE
Hyaluronic acid — a clear, lubricating substance found throughout the body — helps support skin hydration and elasticity. Ingredient found in Vital Protein’s Original Collagen Peptides.
IMPROVED RECOVERY
Collagen boosts workout recovery by supporting healthy muscles, tendons, bones and joints.
My favorite product that I use every single day is the original Collagen Peptides. And the reason it’s my favorite because it’s so incredibly easy to use or should I say drink. I drink coffee every single day, just put one scoop in my coffee and that’s it and I am done for the day. It’s COMPLETELY tasteless. You literally don’t even know it’s in there. I mean it doesn’t get any easier than that.
I recently tried a competitors brand. It comes in a berry flavor. My thoughts were this will be perfect to drink in the afternoons when I am tired of drinking water. WRONG! I couldn’t get it down and it didn’t mix really well and would get stuck to the bottom of my drink cup. Again, I returned to Vital Proteins. And I am here to stay! 🙂
WHY CHOSE VITAL?
Transparent: They source their collagen from the hides of grass-fed, pasture-raised cows cared for by a network of family-run farms.
Sustainable: By using the hide as the source of their collagen, they are able to help reduce the waste and improve sustainability. Plus, their BPA/BPS-free canisters are recyclable.
Easy to use: Just scoop, stir and enjoy! Vital Proteins Original Collagen Peptides is unflavored, odorless and easily dissolves in hot or cold liquid. NO clumping!
Vitamin C and HA: Their famous blue tub got an upgrade with the addition of vitamin C, which helps to support the body’s natural collagen reproduction. A boost to your scoop!
Independently Tested: An independent, third party lab tests their collagen products for pesticides, ractopamine, glyphosate, hormones and antibiotics.
Chemical-Free Processing: Rather than using chemicals to process the collagen, they use purified water, proteolytic enzymes and hot, pressurized air.
And if that wasn’t enough to convince you that you NEED this is your life. Jennifer Aniston takes it everyday. She is 52 years old and looks incredible. I mean, nuff said! 😉
I hope this has encouraged you to make this part of your daily life. It is one of the best things I do for myself. You deserve to look and feel your best.
For some yummy Fourth of July collagen recipes, head over to my Resources page.
Happy staying healthy and looking your best!
XOXO, Ivy
