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Why should I be drinking my IPS Hydrolysed Collagen daily?

Think of collagen as the building blocks that provide structure and support to the rest of our body. As we age, the amount of collagen our bodies produce decreases with some studies showing collagen production beginning to decline in our mid-20s! This is one of the reasons we start to wrinkle and look older. 

We should add collagen to our diets not just to reduce the effects of aging but to feel better whilst doing it.

IPS Hydrolysed Collagen is an easily absorbed pure protein source known to have multiple health benefits. Collagen fights against the visible signs of ageing, promotes stronger, healthier hair and nails, ensures optimum joint and bone health, and helps the body move freely and efficiently. It is ideal for individuals who would like to look younger, recover after exercise, or just need assistance in the maintenance of their joint mobility.

Studies have shown that taking collagen supplements in combination with other vitamins supports the natural production of collagen in our bodies. This is particularly true for Vitamin C; we cannot produce as much collagen if we have insufficient amounts of Vitamin C in our bodies. It is therefore important to continue using your recommended vitamins daily and not to replace them with your IPS Hydrolysed Collagen.

IPS Hydrolysed Collagen helps promote beauty from within.

What is collagen?

Collagen is the main structural protein in the extracellular matrix in the various connective tissues in the body. As the main component of connective tissue, it is the most abundant protein in mammals, from 25% to 35% of the whole-body protein content.

Collagen consists of amino acids bound together to form a triple helix of elongated fibril, which is known as a collagen helix. It is mostly found in fibrous tissues such as tendons, ligaments, and skin. Hydrolysed collagen is simply collagen that’s been broken down into easily digestible peptides, and in this format, it is better able to be absorbed by the body.

COLLAGEN STRAWBERRY MILKSHAKE

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2-3 scoops IPS Hydrolysed Collagen powder
  • 400ml full-fat organic coconut milk, almond milk or low-fat milk
  • 8 medium-sized fresh, ripe, organic strawberries
  • 1 Scoop IPS FitFoodie Lifestyle Shake (Strawberry or Vanilla)
  • Handful of ice

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Place everything but the collagen in a blender and blend well, about 20-30 seconds.
  2. Add the collagen powder and blend gently until mixed.
  3. This recipe makes two servings. You can drink one serving now and store the rest in a covered mason jar in the fridge.

** Swop out the strawberries in this recipe for any other fruit, nut butter or avocado.

COLLAGEN INFUSED SHAKSHUKA

INGREDIENTS:

    • 4-5 eggs
    • 2 Tbsp olive oil
    • ½ onion (diced)
    • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
    • 1 red bell pepper (chopped and seeded)
    • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
    • 2 scoops IPS Hydrolysed Collagen
    • 1 can diced tomatoes
    • 1 tsp cumin
    • 1 tsp chili powder
    • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
    • 1 tsp paprika
    • 1 tsp thyme
    • Salt and pepper
    • ¼ cup coriander
    • ¼ cup feta

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. In a medium-sized cooking pan or cast iron skillet, heat the olive oil on medium heat.
  2. Add in the diced onion and minced garlic and cook until they become soft.
  3. Once the onion and garlic are cooked, add in the chopped pepper, spices and your IPS Hydrolysed Collagen. Mix well and cook for about 5-8 minutes or until the pepper is soft.
  4. Add in the tomato paste and tomatoes. Mix all of the ingredients together and cook. Reduce the heat and crack one egg at a time into the sauce.
  5. Cook on a medium heat for 10-15 minutes or until the eggs are cooked.
  6. Garnish with feta and coriander.

COLLAGEN PROTEIN BROWNIES

INGREDIENTS:

  • 12 scoops IPS Hydrolysed Collagen
  • ¾ cup sweetener
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 6 Tbsp gluten-free baking flour or ¾ cup almond flour
  • ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup creamy almond or peanut butter
  • 4 large egg whites
  • ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 60g dark chocolate chips optional*
 

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 180° C.
  2. Whisk together dry ingredients in a small mixing bowl.
  3. Add wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
  4. Stir in chocolate chips.
  5. Lightly grease a 20x20cm baking dish (or better yet, line it with parchment paper) and evenly spread the batter using a spatula (the batter should be quite thick).
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick or knife inserted in the centre comes out partially clean.
  7. Allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before cutting into 8 equal squares.

COLLAGEN BEAUTY POPS

INGREDIENTS:

  • ¾ cup coconut water
  • 2 tbsp IPS Hydrolysed Collagen
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • ¼ cup blueberries, halved
  • ¼ cup strawberries, sliced
  • ¼ cup kiwi, diced
  • ¼ cup papaya, diced

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Whisk together the coconut water, IPS Hydrolysed Collagen, lemon juice, and honey until all of the ingredients are dissolved.
  2. Mix the fruit and divide between 6 ice-pop molds.
  3. Pour the coconut-water mixture into molds, leaving 1cm of space at the top for the liquid to expand.
  4. Freeze for 2 hours.
  5. Remove from molds and enjoy!

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