Is it safe to take collagen supplements?

Question by Carla S: Is it safe to take collagen supplements?
I´m 33 years old and I feel I´m losing the skin I once had in my youth. A friend of mine takes a collagen supplement and she really has a good skin, but I was wondering if it is safe, especially in the long term?


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Answer by oldtimekid2
Absolutely! You already get collagen in other foods you eat like Jell-O, any of the slimy stuff that you find on meats, or many other sources, so it's perfectly safe to take a supplement form of it (which is typically a lot easier to take larger amounts of). It's great for skin health as well as joints and other connective tissues like ligaments and tendons.

It's been eaten for hundreds of years with various meat products and I wouldn't be surprised if it's been eaten for thousands of years... it's perfectly safe to take long-term

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collagen supplement before or after work out so it gets absorb in the body better?

Question by : collagen supplement before or after work out so it gets absorb in the body better?
the instruction says take 2 twice a day, i usually take 2 in the morning, the other two, i dont know if i should take it before or after my workout which is from 8pm - 8;30 pm. i just run on my treadmill

the exact name of the collagen supplement is vegetal silica
its actually not just for collegen, its good for hair, and nails, its super healthy. herbal select vegetal silica, there are so many good reviews on it


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Answer by martin
i wouldnt waste my money on that crappy supplement.

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Does anyone know any secrets to grow your hair faster?

Question by Justin: Does anyone know any secrets to grow your hair faster?
I know eating healthy is one thing. What kinds of things should I eat? And please tell me any other secrets you know to grow your hair faster.


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Answer by Singingbird
After I take a shower every night, I rinse my hair in cold water. It makes it shinny and longer

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What are the benefits of taking collagen supplement?

Question by nutri24: What are the benefits of taking collagen supplement?
And, anyone know any good collagen supplement for the skin!


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Answer by mel
Apparently it helps prevent wrinkles, strengthens hair and nails. After a certain age body does not produce much hence the supplement.

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how to get rid of dark circles under eyes fast?

Question by Janny: how to get rid of dark circles under eyes fast?
okk so i have really dark circles since now about 6 years and they just make me feel ugly. so now i want to get rid of them really fast [i also think its because i wear glasses when i go to school]
i know about getting lots of sleep and the cucumber but i put cucumbers over my eyes every day and i dont see any improvement. and i always get 8 hours or more of sleep. please help=]
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Answer by Daisy Bacler
I heard that if you put warm chamomile tea bags it works for dark circles and puffyness. I have nerver tried it myself, but if you are desperate give it a try. Good luck!

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how long will it take to get rid of stretch marks?

Question by Maddie: how long will it take to get rid of stretch marks?
i have mild stretch marks and im going to the beach in 5 days, is there a way to get rid of them by then by using baby oil? wat type of oil should i use that i have at home? or can i make a remedy at home?


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Answer by dianeakamommy
Hate to be the one to tell you but they are there for life girl. They will die down but there is no way to get rid of them.

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what can I do about my REALLY dark circles?

Question by Bekki. :D: what can I do about my REALLY dark circles?
I have really dark circles under my eyes. Depending on how much sleep I get, they can range from gray-ish to deep black. Once, during midterms, a guidance counselor called me in to see if I'd been being abused at home! What can I do? I can't spend over $ 10 on cream.
Guys, come on. You don't think I've tried concealer? It really doesn't help, just turns the area blue or brown.


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Answer by cheergirl_3000
Concealer. Physicians Formula makes a concealer just for dark circles.

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When should i start taking collagen supplement?

Question by Carol: When should i start taking collagen supplement?
Hi, I'm 22 female, I'm thinking about taking collagen supplement. Am i too young to take it? What is the proper age to take collagen?

thank you very much


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Answer by Truth Hurts
I COULD be wrong, but I read something about collagen on Wikipedia.org and it said that women start to have a collagen decrease in their bodies at age 24....

So, I would start taking a collagen supplement at age 24.

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How long should one take collagen supplements for beautiful, soft skin with no aged looks?

Question by rosy: How long should one take collagen supplements for beautiful, soft skin with no aged looks?
I am 31. My face looks aged, my skin lost its radiance. so I started taking collagen supplements (DHC collagen) since two days. Can the soft and radiant skin can be obtained using this?


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Answer by Mukunda M
Who Knows? Who Knows?
I know what treatment quite dramatically did that for me and many others on Answers who have used it. It's the best proven safe and natural way.
I had so many severe skin conditions that would not respond to medicines and that lead me to experiment with natural, safe remedies. These not only healed the conditions but gave me an unbelievably flawless, healthy, young looking, vibrant skin so that I am often thought to be countless years younger.To maintain healthiness of skin and keep it young looking there is no better or safer way then thoroughly massaging with essential oils. They naturally benefit skin in countless ways. They feed skin essential beneficial nutrients. Thoroughly massage into skin and you will see marked results even in one day. Massaging quite vigorously is even better for skin tightening and giving you a vibrant, glowing and blemish fee skin. Don't be afraid of doing it vigorously. If done right it is only beneficial as many users on Answers will testify(see my B.A.'s) There is no pulling or stretching of skin as you have to tighten face muscles in order to tighten or flex skin in the part being massaged and in doing so it actually exercises and conditions many of underlying face (and some neck) muscles - thus combating aging and weakening of muscles that eventually leads to sagging and wrinkling and lines. Vigorous massage is best done by using a forward and back motion using finger tips and front and sides of fingers. Circular motion is less effective. In just a few days skin will visibly tighten, look and feel smoother and have a healthy glow . I promise you that it can to totally revitalize and rejuvenate skin and face. Try it - you will be happy that you did!

SOURCE(S): 20+years research into safe, natural treatments/cures to enhance skin, heal conditions and anti aging/rejuvenation treatment

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What are some things I can do in advance to avoid stretch marks?

Question by Anna: What are some things I can do in advance to avoid stretch marks?
How can I improve my skin's elasticity now so that my skin will be prepared for pregnancy?


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Answer by Heather R
1.

Eat a healthy, diverse and balanced diet that keeps your weight gain within the recommended range of 25 to 35 pounds. Excellent nutritional status is vital for your developing baby, but it also contributes to the strength and health of the body’s largest organ: the skin. What’s more, a controlled and steady weight gain, without any wild upward swings, will let your skin stretch at a steady rate without any unexpected jolts.
2.

Use a body brush or wash cloth to massage the areas where you have stretch marks, or want to prevent stretch marks from appearing - this will increase circulation to the area, which may be helpful.
3.

Drink plenty of water. Hydration is important for your overall health and well-being as well as that of your growing baby, and it is critical to healthy skin.
4.

Take your vitamins. This is one more way to ensure proper nutritional status, which is critical for your overall health and well-being, as well as beautiful skin and a healthy baby!
5.

Keep skin liberally and effectively moisturized beginning in the first or second trimester and through your recovery to your pre-pregnancy weight, perhaps with one of the many oils and creams marketed especially for stretch mark prevention. These moisturizers will help keep your skin supple and elastic plus serve as “food” (and vitamin supplements) for your skin. The various vitamins and oils used to create these formulas are designed to help enhance collagen production and support the dermis, to keep skin intact despite the rigorous stretching.


Coco butter lotion is my favorite as well.... Good luck and congratulations!

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Are collagen supplements healthy for you? Will they help improve the quality of your hair?

Question by Zoe: Are collagen supplements healthy for you? Will they help improve the quality of your hair?
I saw collagen supplements at Whole Foods in the section for hair care. Are they healthy to take?


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Answer by Pedrobear
Yes

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At what age should I start taking collagen supplements?

Question by Leyend123: At what age should I start taking collagen supplements?
Collagen supplements help the skin maintain its elasticity, therefore reducing aging effects on skin. I'm 15, therefore my skin still has big amounts of collagen. At what age would it be appropriate to start taking collagen supplements?


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Answer by Jenna888
I would assume early 40's if not a little sooner. If you don't mind can you answer my question

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AgMDHbvpe5y3FouVMogR633ty6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20100323140624AAKEEpy

Thanks

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How do I get rid of stretch marks?

Question by Minti: How do I get rid of stretch marks?
I have stretch marks on my breast because they grew to fast! What should I do? They are unattractive.
I also have some on my thigh because I was very skinny, and then when I reach puberty I started eating to much and put on some weight, now I am normal but have stretch marks on my thighs! What should I do?
No products to expensive please


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Answer by Chris
You can't. You can hide them, but they dont go away.

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What can I use to prevent stretch marks?

Question by Lindsay34266: What can I use to prevent stretch marks?
So far, so good. No stretch marks, but I would like to prevent strecth marks as much as possible. I'm going into my third month of pregnancy and I will probably start gaining some weight soon. (I'm underweight so my doc put me on a fatty diet, since Iv'e lost 7 lbs already) I know that cocoa butter is recommeded, however the smell makes me sick to my stomach. I bought St. Ives Vitiman E lotion, is there anything else that works well? Thanks so much!


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can i take zincovit tablets for somedays as im suffering from legs pain?

Question by lovely: can i take zincovit tablets for somedays as im suffering from legs pain?
my hemoglobin is about 12.9.so can i go for tablets?


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Answer by ramashka_ramesh
Essential elements for your body's health and growth with added protection against winter. Zinc: Essential for growth, carbohydrate metabolism, nutrient assimilation, maintenance of enzyme system, healthy bones, skin, collagen, protein synthesis and reproductive organs. Vitamin C : Essential antioxidant, helps iron absorption, collagen formation, growth, repair of soft tissues, bones, teeth and healthy gums. Propolis : Natural product from the Beehive renowned world-wide for its wide ranging properties. Used by bees to strengthen and fortify the hive. ZincoVit-C : is specially formulated to provide all the richness and beneficial properties of these three important ingredients in one pleasant tasting lozenge. Ideal supplement for the winter when the body needs all the help it can get for the cold months.

Children, three years and over : Suck or chew one tablet daily. Adults : Suck or chew one tablet twice a day; Can be increased to four a day if desired. Store in a cool dry place, keep out of reach and sight of children.

Please note Long term intake of over 25mg of Zinc may lead to anaemia

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how do you prevent saggy neck skin?

Question by MNgirl: how do you prevent saggy neck skin?
I'm 30 now, and have a nice tight neck, but don't want a turkey neck when I'm 50 or 60. Is there anything I can start doing now to prevent the saggy skin 20 + years from now? Obviously, avoid too much sun. Facial exercises? Supplements? Collagen creams? What works?


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Answer by Praxibetel Ix
duck tape.. just tape the flabby skin back.. works instantly

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Im 22 and need to lose about 100 pounds. If there a chance that since I am still young my skin wont sag?

Question by SBN: Im 22 and need to lose about 100 pounds. If there a chance that since I am still young my skin wont sag?
My mother had weight loss surgery when she was in her late 20's and the skin did not shrink, but she claims it was due to the rapid weight loss (over 130 pounds in 6 months).


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Answer by Michelle Zalbo
If you lose the weight slowly - your chances are better that your skin will go back to normal.....

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How can you make your hair grow faster?

Question by Angie: How can you make your hair grow faster?



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Answer by richmofo
Keep cutting it. It'll keep you hair healthy and it will grow faster.

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how do u get rid of stretch marks?

Question by Puddin l: how do u get rid of stretch marks?
how do u get rid of stretch marks without surgery?


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Answer by gcprosk8er
With lots of butter!

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How to get rid of cellulite?

Question by Debbie: How to get rid of cellulite?
I'm 5'7" and about 113lbs, so I don't really need to lose weight, it would probably be unhealthy for me to do so. However, I have a ton of cellulite on my butt and upper thighs for some reason. I don't get why, because I'm technically underweight. How do I get rid of it?
I don't actually need to lose weight, as I'm already underweight, so please don't just give me general weight loss tips!


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Answer by Jeff
Hi,

Here's a blog I wrote for people in just your position.

http://instantfeelgood.blogspot.co.uk/2008/07/how-to-get-rid-of-cellulite.html

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What workouts can I do for slim toned legs?

Question by Nikki: What workouts can I do for slim toned legs?
I want to get rid of the cellulite so I've been working them out and I'm starting to see improvement and my quadriceps feel firmer but I'm scared they're gonna get bulky and huge. I just want lean, toned legs with no cellulite or excess fat. What exercises should I do for this? Should I just stick to cardio? I really don't like the bulky look from working them out too much. I've been doing the exercise where you sit and lift the weights forward with your feet. Should I stop this?


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Answer by ClickMaster
- "Cardio" is slang and has not clear meaning. It's best to say what you mean.
- "Tone" is not a real word in fitness. It's best to say what you mean.

As long as you do not increase the resistance in your exercises, you will not build muscle volume. You have no need to be concerned about waking up one morning, looking down, and seeing a pair of huge thighs.

Now, here's the bad news.

Here's the sad truth about cellulite. Cellulite is not fat, it's a genetic-based condition involving an uneven distribution of adipose and collagen tissues and once you have it, you will probably have it for life. However, because cellulite involves fat, you may be able to reduce the prominence of it by burning fat. Unfortunately, cellulite seems to present in those areas where fat tends to leave last...buttocks and thighs. So, reducing the cellulite effect will, for most people, require burning excess fat to a very low body fat percent....something which usually means a serious lifestyle change and commitment to proper eating habits for life with no guarantees.

Exercise won't help beyond burning a few more calories so plan your workouts around fitness goals such as excellence in a sport or occupation, strength, endurance, flexibility, systemic fitness, general health and well being, body sculpting, body composition, etc. Don't exercise with the hope it will help make cellulite disappear because it won't.

Here's an excerpt from an article from the US National Institute of Health, the people your doctor listens to.

"A great deal of money is spent by people who want to rid themselves of cellulite, but no amount of weight loss, exercise, massages, wraps, creams, supplements, or surgery has proven to effectively eliminate it once you have it. Liposuction, for instance, is not recommended for cellulite, and may even make it look worse."
Ref: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002033.htm


Check out these links and see what the experts have to say.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/imagepages/9161.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cellulite

Good luck and good health!!

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