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BACKGROUND ON COLLAGEN
AND ITS DIFFERENT TYPES
Collagen is the most abundant protein found in the body of
animals making up about 25% to 35% of whole body protein.
It is fibrous in nature and provides the structural support to
the framework of the body. It connects and supports body
tissues such as skin, bone, tendons and cartilage. It is a large
triple helical molecule in its native form.
Collagen Fibril
BACKGROUND ON COLLAGEN
AND ITS DIFFERENT TYPES
So far 28 types of collagen have been identified. Types I, II, III
are the most commonly used in dietary supplements.
• Type I Collagen is found in skin, muscle, tendon, ligament
and bone tissue. (Most Abundant Type)
• Type II Collagen is found in cartilage.
• Type III Collagen is found alongside with Type I Collagen.