Osteoarthritis
Collagen: Benefits and risks – what are the real benefits for the skin and joints?
Collagen is said to promote firm skin, healthy hair, strong nails and pain-free joints – at least according to the marketing claims of many collagen supplements. But what can this structural protein actually achieve, and what is simply marketing hype? In this article, you’ll find out how collagen works, how it should be dosed, what risks and side effects are possible, and how you can personally benefit from it.