| Let's face it. The question of how to stimulate | | | | weight. Most sources recommend .5 grams for every |
| collagen and elastin production in the body has been | | | | pound of body weight, although body builders |
| around for as long as scientists have known about | | | | recommend twice that amount; one gram per pound. |
| these proteins. They make up the elastic fibers that | | | | If a person is trying to lose weight, they would need |
| are responsible for the skin's firmness, the strength | | | | to adjust down, as time went by. But, the only |
| of the tendons and the flexibility of the joints. | | | | concern about getting too much protein in the diet is |
| Unraveling the answer to this question has been the | | | | that it would increase the caloric intake, causing |
| life's work of some scientists. Here's a brief look at | | | | unwanted weight gain or would cause a person to |
| the subject. | | | | leave out other important nutrients. A good |
| Since they are proteins, it is obviously important for | | | | multi-nutritional supplement is the best way to avoid |
| people to get enough protein in their diet. | | | | a nutrient deficit. |
| Recommended daily intakes depend on a person's | | | | |