Life by Design

What is collagen? Collagen  is the most abundant protein in the human  body , found in the bones, muscles, skin, and tendons. It is the substance that holds the  body  together.  Collagen  forms a scaffold to provide strength and structure. Endogenous  collagen  is natural  collagen , synthesized by the  body . Cartilage is a firm, rubbery material that covers the end of bones in joints. Over time, cartilage wear off due to ageing and repeated movement. As a result, tendons and ligaments stretch, and bones rub against each other, causing pain. Collagen provides support for the growth and repair of cartilage tissue, as well as relieve joint inflammation and pain. Boost collagen intake for your body, so you can sustain an active lifestyle and achieve your fitness goals. What damages collagen? Sugar and refined carbs: Sugar interferes with collagen’s ability to repair itself. Minimize your consumption of add...

An Ounce of Genius Ageing is a natural and gradual process that takes place in early adulthood. Our bodily functions begin to gradually decline. Traditionally the age of 65 has been ear marked as the beginning of old age. As we age, our brain begins to shrink in volume. Memory decline also occurs with ageing an brain activation becomes more bilateral for memory tasks.  The Brain and Ageing At least 25 studies have demonstrated that  DNA damage  accumulates with age in the mammalian brain. Ageing  is a major risk factor for most common  neurodegenerative  diseases, including  mild cognitive impairment ,  dementias  including  Alzheimer's disease ,  cerebrovascular disease ,  Parkinson's disease  and  Lou Gehrig's disease . In addition to the structural changes that the brain incurs with age, the ageing process also entails a broad range of biochemical changes. More specifically, neurons communicate with ea...