Why is collagen important? It’s what gives our skin its strength and elasticity. As we age, our aollgen production naturally begins to slow down. Many healthy foods promotes collagen production, but there are few actual collagen sources in food, so supplementation is considered a major collagen booster.
The Three Day Collagen Boost
During the three-day collagen boost, you’ll adhere to the following guidelines.
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Consume only liquids for all meals, which can include bone broth, raw juice, teas, herbal infusions, coffee and water.
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Aim to consume at least three servings of collagen each day.
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A serving of bone broth is one cup (8 ounces), while a serving (one scoop) of Multi Collagen Protein is approximately 7 to 10 grams (provides about 7 grams of protein); a serving (one scoop) of Bone Broth Collage n is about 15 grams (provides about 13 grams of protein); and a serving (one scoop) of Bone Broth Protein is between 22 to 29 grams (Provides about 20 grams of protein).
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Consume three servings of herbal tea/herbal infusions each day (each serving is about one cup, or 8 ounces).
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To help increase you antioxidant intake, consume two serving of raw juices each day (each serving is about 4 to 8 ounces).
Collagen Boosting Smoothie
Ingredients:
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10 ounces cold water
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1/2 cup frozen pineapple
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1 cup spinach
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1/2 banana
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1 scoop Multi Collagen Protein Vanilla (always found at Organic Roots!)
Directions:
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Combine all ingredients in a high speed blender
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Blend until smooth, adding water to make less this if desired