Collagen, hyaluron, bioavailability, hormones: in the Bettervita Journal we sort out what really works — evidence-based, honest and without miracle claims. Knowledge for everyone who wants to do their skin, joints and vitality some good from within.
Chronic stress raises cortisol levels – this slows down collagen production and weakens the skin barrier. How stress manifests itself on the skin, and what really helps.
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Silicon helps to stabilise the collagen network and is associated with stronger nails and healthier hair. What the research says about this underrated element.
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Taking collagen peptides with vitamin C before a workout can support tendons and ligaments. What studies show – and who might benefit from this.
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Zinc plays a role in wound healing, sebum production and hair growth. Why this trace element is important for clear skin and strong nails – and when a deficiency becomes apparent.
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2.5 g, 5 g or 10 g of collagen a day? What studies show about skin, joints and bones – and why quality and consistency are key factors.
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Collagen molecules are too large to penetrate the skin. Why creams remain on the surface and only oral collagen reaches the fibroblasts.
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Initial effects after around four weeks; visible results after eight to twelve. What happens at each stage, and why consistency is key.
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Without vitamin C, the body cannot produce stable collagen. How the vitamin supports the skin’s structure, how much is beneficial – and what the research shows.
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Too much sugar causes the collagen fibres to stiffen through glycation (AGEs) – the skin loses its elasticity. What lies behind this and how to counteract it.
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Up to 80 % of visible skin ageing is caused by UV radiation. How the sun breaks down collagen and which nutrients support the skin from within.
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Collagen cream, „the more expensive, the better“, detox treatments: six persistent anti-ageing myths put to the test – and a short list of what really works against skin ageing.
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Beauty sleep is no myth. What happens to your skin at night, the effects of a lack of sleep, and the strategies – including an evening routine – that really do support your skin’s night-time regeneration.
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The organic bone matrix consists of around 90 % of collagen. Why bone density declines from the age of 40, what measures can help protect it, and what studies on collagen peptides and bone density reveal.
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