With vigor through the flower beds: Sango coral & collagen type II for experienced gardeners

Autumn rolls out its red and gold carpet, and the inner gardening champion in us awakens! The rake is our scepter, the leaves our project, and with fresh energy we reclaim our green kingdom. Hooray for falling leaves and cool air! But after a few hours of work, our bodies start to protest: our knees creak like a rusty garden gate, our backs groan like an old branch in the wind.

The truth is, our joints and bones have to work hard when we garden. But don't worry, that's no reason to hang up your rake. With the right nutritional strategy, you can specifically care for and fertilize your inner garden.
Below, you will learn which nutrients can provide you with optimal support.

Team Captain Collagen: The framework for your inner garden paradise

Every gardener knows that a magnificent flower bed needs a stable foundation. In our most important project—our body—collagen takes on the role of chief architect. This protein is the body's most important building material and the central planner for stable bones, firm skin, and flexible joints [1]. It is the trellis for the roses, the framework for the greenhouse—in short, the invisible builder that keeps everything in shape.

Unfortunately, as we age, the body's own building material factory becomes somewhat less efficient [2]. Production slows down, and we feel this not only in the form of wrinkles, but also in our joints, which may no longer function quite as smoothly after raking leaves.

The good news is that you can supply your internal factory with the right building blocks. This can maintain the body's own production and even have a positive effect on the skin [3, 4].

The collagen crew: specialists for every job

This crew is not made up of people, but of highly specialized building materials for a wide variety of projects in your body:

Type I: The all-rounder. This is the universal foundation. It makes up the majority of skin, bones, tendons, and ligaments and is a real all-rounder on the construction site [1].
Type II: The joint whisperer. This type is the special mortar for cartilage. As a kind of shock absorber, it plays a key role in the structure and function of the joints [5].
Type III: The structural hero. This is the fine supporting tissue that works more in the background and is found mainly in organs and blood vessels [6].

Garden note: For your joint mission, the universal foundation (Type I) and the joint whisperer (Type II) are your best partners!

Sango coral: tropical flair for your bone construction site

Okay, the architect (collagen) is ready. But what goes into the mortar? For a stable foundation, you need the right minerals. To find them, we take a little field trip from our local construction site to the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Okinawa.

This is where sango coral, a special natural product, grows. As it grows, it absorbs minerals from the seawater and stores them in its skeleton [7]. The result? A natural mineral complex with a holiday flair.

Calcium & Magnesium: The dream team for your body balance

Sango coral naturally contains high amounts of calcium and magnesium [8]. You can think of it as the ultimate dream team for the construction site:

Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal bones [9].
Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function – just what you need to keep your muscles from rebelling after a long day at work [10].

Together, the two are also important players in acid-base metabolism and, as the feel-good managers of the construction site, can promote its balance [11].

The power couple: when collagen and Sango work together

So how do the two fit together? Quite simply: they are a clever duo! While the architect collagen designs the basic structure of the joints and bones, the minerals in Sango coral provide the stable building blocks with calcium [1, 12].

Certain vitamins are important partners in making the most of this combination. First and foremost is vitamin C, because it is a crucial cofactor: it contributes to normal collagen formation for normal bone and skin function [13].

Curious to find out more about these substances? You will find more interesting articles in our magazine, including on the following topics:

What makes collagen protein so special
Calcium – the main thing is to get enough of it!
Magnesium and foods containing magnesium strengthen the immune system

From the garden to your cup: it's so easy to make it part of your routine

Now you may be wondering how you can best integrate this power team into your everyday life. To make this as easy and pleasant as possible, the products are available in various forms. This guarantees that you will find the variant that perfectly suits your lifestyle.

Your dosage form: powder or capsules?

The powder proves to be a true all-rounder. Since it is mostly tasteless, it is particularly versatile and can be mixed into your morning coffee, smoothie, or muesli without you even noticing. This makes daily intake a simple and unnoticeable ritual.

For those who like things to be particularly quick and easy, capsules are the ideal choice. The dosage is already precisely determined and they can be taken easily with a sip of water – perfect for on the go, at the office, or when time is short in the morning.

Collagen slang decoded: What are peptides?

You will often see “collagen hydrolysate” or “collagen peptides” on the packaging. This may sound complicated, but it is actually a sign of quality. Imagine collagen as a huge, complex Lego model. In order for your body to make good use of it, it must first be broken down into its individual building blocks through hydrolysis. The result is collagen peptides—the small, handy Lego bricks that the body can use immediately and efficiently [14].

Your harvest time: Cheers to you and your body!

Autumn is the time of harvest and change. Give your body the support it deserves. With a clever combination of nutrients, you'll be well equipped for any gardening challenge. So grab your rake, breathe in the cool air, and enjoy the dance of the leaves!

FAQ – Frequently asked questions

How much collagen is recommended per day?

The recommended daily dose varies depending on the product and intended use. Studies often use amounts between 2.5 and 15 grams per day [15]. Always follow the specific instructions provided by the manufacturer on the packaging.

Who should be cautious with collagen?

Collagen products are well tolerated by most people [16]. However, if you have an allergy to fish or beef, for example, you should seek medical advice before taking collagen supplements, as they often come from these sources [17, 18].

Are there any side effects?

Collagen is considered to be very well tolerated in the recommended dosages [16]. In rare cases or at higher dosages, gastrointestinal complaints such as flatulence or bloating may occur [16].

When is the best time to take it?

Whether in the morning or evening is irrelevant. The important thing is that you take your collagen every day. Studies show that regular intake makes the biggest difference [19].

Can I meet my needs through food?

Collagen is found in its natural form in animal products such as bone broth or chicken skin [20]. Sango coral, on the other hand, is not typically used as a food, but mainly in the form of dietary supplements [21].

Sources
[1] NCBI – Collagen
[2] Johns Hopkins – Collagen & Aging
[3] RSC – Collagen research
[4] PMC – Collagen & Skin
[5] PMC – Collagen Type II
[6] PMC – Collagen Type III
[7] ScienceDirect – Sango Coral
[8] PubMed – Coral Minerals
[9] Frontiers – Calcium
[10] PMC – Magnesium
[11] EclinPath – Acid-base
[12] NIH – Calcium Factsheet
[13] EU Register – Vitamin C
[14] PMC – Collagen Peptides
[15] PMC – Collagen Dosage
[16] MDPI – Collagen Safety
[17] AAAAI – Collagen Allergy
[18] PubMed – Collagen Allergy
[19] PubMed – Collagen Intake Timing
[20] Harvard – Collagen Foods
[21] Nature – Sango Coral Study