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Collagen is a protein rich tissue that is found in the bodies of animals (and of course humans). Collagen is abundant within the body, and makes up a total of 25% of protein readily available.
The word collagen originated from the Greek word kolla which means glue. This stems from the ancient process of boiling skins and parts of animals to produce the gelatin and protein rich tissue, which could then be manufactured into a type of adhesive. This original formula for using collagen as an adhesive has been carbon dated, and is currently known as the oldest formula for glue.
Collagen is usually associated with cosmetic surgery, and as a burn healing agent, however collagen is also used in various desserts.
As shocking as it may sound, collagen is one of the main contributions to the flexible jelly solidifier, gelatin.
The human body needs the amino acids found within collagen and protein, to improve healthy as well as beauty the fatty acids are commonly associated with nail and hair health, which add a brilliant shine and luster, when consumed in conjunction with a healthy diet.
Collagen capsules can also be taken to improve this natural beauty, however many scientific researchers claim this is not the fact, as it is mostly synthesized and hydrolyzed collagen, which has little, if any health benefit.
The tensile strength of collagen is perhaps the reason why the major components of cartilage and facial features, is composed from the protein rich tissue. The strength of the tissue allows a facial feature (for example, cartilage in a nose) to bend, move and grow with the body and adapt to new changes. Due to the fact it is so flexible, it is why its so hard to damage, unless under extremely severe pressure.
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