What is collagen?
Q: What is collagen?
A: Collagen is a group of naturally occurring proteins found exclusively in animals, especially in the flesh and connective tissues of mammals.
Q: What is the main function of collagen?
A: The main function of collagen is to provide structural support to the body's connective tissue.
Q: Where is collagen mostly found in the body?
A: Collagen is mostly found in fibrous tissues such as tendon, ligament and skin, and is also abundant in cornea, cartilage, bone, blood vessels, the gut, and intervertebral discs.
Q: How much of the whole-body protein content does collagen make up?
A: Collagen makes up about 25% to 35% of the whole-body protein content.
Q: What is gelatin and how is it made?
A: Gelatin is collagen that has been irreversibly hydrolyzed, which means that it has been broken down into smaller pieces. It is commonly used in the food industry.
Q: Can collagen be found in muscle tissue?
A: Yes, collagen makes up 1% to 2% of muscle tissue, and accounts for 6% of the weight of strong, tendinous muscles.
Q: Can collagen be found in non-animal sources?
A: No, collagen is found exclusively in animals.
