How nutrition supports collagen and skin health according to a registered nutritionist.

Why collagen matters for your skin, hair and nails.

Collagen is a structural protein that acts as a key building block for skin, hair, nails and connective tissues.

The body produces collagen however, as we age, collagen levels naturally decline - leading to fine lines, reduced skin elasticity, weaker hair and more fragile nails. That’s why supporting our collagen production becomes more important as we get older.

Collagen supplements can help support elasticity, glow and strength from within. But so can your diet - if you know what to include.

How diet and supplementation work together.

It’s challenging to get adequate amounts of collagen from dietary sources, therefore relying on food alone often isn’t enough to replace the collagen your body loses. That’s where supplementation comes in. Absolute Collagen uses hydrolysed marine collagen peptides . This means the collagen’s been broken down into smaller components that your body can easily absorb and use.

Each daily dose contains:

• 8,000mg of hydrolysed marine collagen
• 60mg of vitamin C to support absorption and natural collagen production

These ingredients are backed by robust clinical trials - however your diet is still crucial.

Key nutrients that support collagen production.

To make collagen work harder for your skin, you need to be consuming the right nutrients alongside it. As a registered nutritionist, here’s what I’d recommend:

Vitamin C

• Supports collagen absorption and natural production
• Found in fruits and vegetables such as: citrus fruits, peppers, strawberries, broccoli

Zinc

• Essential for collagen synthesis
• Found in: pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds, chickpeas, shellfish

Protein

• Provides amino acids needed to build collagen
• Found in: lean meats, fish, tofu, eggs, beans, quinoa, pulses

Healthy Fats

• Help support cell structure and skin barrier function
• Found in: nuts, seeds, oily fish, avocados, olive oil

Hydration

• Water is essential for skin elasticity and overall glow
• Carry a bottle and sip regularly throughout the day to stay well hydrated.
  

Why consistency matters.

According to clinical trials , collagen supplementation is most effective when taken daily. That’s why I recommend building it into your morning routine - whether it’s stirred into a matcha or coffee, blended into a smoothie, or taken as a quick on-the-go liquid sachet.

In a recent double-blind, placebo-controlled study on Absolute Collagen:

• 100% of participants saw a reduction in fine lines and wrinkles
• 69% of participants noticed improved skin elasticity
• 79% of participants said their skin looked more luminous

Many also reported thicker, glossier hair after 12 weeks of consistently taking collagen every day.

Making collagen part of your routine.

My own daily routine is simple:

• Collagen powder in my morning matcha or smoothie
• I choose to snack on nuts or boiled eggs and always have water on hand for skin-supporting hydration

Colourful, balanced meals with a variety of whole food proteins and fats

Age powerfully with nutrition.

For me, ageing powerfully means taking ownership of your habits. It’s about building small routines that feel good and nourish your health and your beauty from the inside out. Daily consistency is what helps you feel strong, confident and glowing in your skin.

You can’t pour from an empty cup. So start with yourself.

1 sachet a day. Backed by science. Supported by nutrition.

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