Collagen is a major component in our muscles, ligaments, tendons, and skin. It is vital for normal skin structure and bone health. It has been shown to improve skin health by decreasing wrinkles and tightening sagging skin. It helps maintain the cartilage that pads our joints, thus relieving joint pain. It decreases inflammation and inhibits bone loss, especially when combined with Calcium. Collagen as been shown to improve muscle growth and strength. It also decreases heart disease, improves HDL, the “good” cholesterol, and improves arterial elasticity. All of which decrease the risk of heart attack and stroke. Collagen may also improve gut, hair, nail, brain and metabolic health.