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Time to get the scoop on collagen! In today\u2019s podcast episode, JJ explains what exactly collagen is and how supplementing with collagen can help with everything from fighting signs of aging like wrinkles, joint pain, and bone loss to supporting your heart and gut health. JJ also shares how much collagen you need to look and feel your best, as well as when extra collagen can help. Plus, find out easy, yummy ways to add collagen to your routine!

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Freebies From Today\u2019s Episode

Get JJ\u2019s free Gluten-Free Collagen Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe by going to jjvirgin.com/collagen.

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Main Points From Today\u2019s Episode

1. Collagen is the most common form of protein in your body. It\u2019s in your skin, hair, nails, bones, ligaments, tendons, muscle tissue \u2013 even in your arteries!
2. As soon as we reach age 20, our collagen production begins to decrease by about 1% each year. Supplementing with collagen can help fight signs of aging like wrinkles and joint pain, plus it has been shown to help prevent bone loss.
3. JJ shares easy ways to add collagen to your diet. She loves making yummy, collagen-rich smoothies using her Paleo-Inspired All-In-One Shakes and Complete Beauty Collagen Powder.

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Episode Play-By-Play

[0:35] Introduction to today\u2019s episode

[1:17] Listener shout-out

[3:03] JJ wrote The Virgin Diet to help you become your own personal health detective.

[4:04] JJ\u2019s thoughts on fasting, including how to prepare your body for success and how to tell if fasting is right for you

[5:23] Time-restricted feeding triggers a cellular detoxification process called autophagy.

[6:05] What exactly is collagen and where is it found?

[6:40] The consequences of lower levels of collagen due to aging

[6:55] How much collagen you need and reasons you may need more collagen

[7:17] How collagen can help with signs of aging

[8:11] Supplementing with collagen can help with joint stiffness and loss of mobility.

[8:47] JJ\u2019s experience with an injury

[9:59] Collagen triggers your body to repair the structure of your joints.

[10:23] The benefits of collagen in supporting bone health

[11:23] Other nutrients and lifestyle strategies that can help you maintain strong bones

[12:20] You may be surprised to find out that collagen can help with heart health!

[13:00] The effects of lean muscle mass on your metabolism

[14:00] How collagen can help with muscle growth and recovery

[14:45] When you\u2019re healing from an injury or surgery, you\u2019ll want to increase your collagen intake.

[15:50] Collagen contains amino acids that heal and soothe the lining of your gut.

[16:00] What is leaky gut and how can it harm your health?

[17:20] How to include more collagen in your diet

[18:11] You can add high-quality collagen powder to just about anything!

[18:30] Spirulina contains glycine and proline, which are the main amino acids that make up collagen.

[19:11] JJ\u2019s top takeaways from today\u2019s episode

[20:22] Easy ways to use collagen before a workout

[20:52] JJ\u2019s challenge for you

[21:18] Check in with your symptoms on a regular basis.

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Mentioned in this episode:

How Much Collagen Do You Need?

7-Day Stop, Drop & Swap Challenge

Paleo-Inspired All-In-One Protein Shake

Complete Beauty Collagen Powder

The Flavor Chef Bone Broth

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