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KEEPING MONACO HEALTHY

THE BEST FOODS TO BOOST YOUR COLLAGEN

LEVELS NATURALLY

ЛУЧШИЕ ПРОДУКТЫ ДЛЯ ПОВЫШЕНИЯ УРОВНЯ КОЛЛАГЕНА

If you ’ ve looked at ways to slow down the aging process and keep your skin looking smooth , plump and supple , chances are , you ’ ve heard about collagen . So , what is it ?
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Если вы интересуетесь различными способами сохранения молодости и следите за тем , чтобы ваша кожа оставалась гладкой , подтянутой и эластичной , то вы , конечно , слышали о коллагене . Что же это такое ?
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Collagen is a protein found everywhere in your body . It ’ s found in your hair , nails , joints and intestinal tissue , but it ’ s best known for keeping skin firm and youthful . Basically , it ’ s what gives your skin it ’ s structure .

Your body produces collagen , but as you get older , your natural collagen production begins to decline . This is when you begin to see visible signs of aging , such as fine lines and wrinkles . In our later years , we may begin to experience other issues linked to collagen deficiency , such as arthritis .
Aside from the natural aging process , toxins , and environmental pollutants , excessive sun exposure , smoking and a diet high in refined sugar and fried foods also destroy your natural collagen .
Fortunately , you can prevent collagen breakdown and boost collagen production naturally , without resorting to injections and expensive creams . Many
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