Collagen - Type I
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Type I Collagen is one of the forms of Collagen. It is the most abundant type of Collagen, forming large, well-organized fibrils of high tensile strength. It is one of the two forms of Collagen present in the Skin, but is also a component of Scar Tissue. It is also present in Bones, Teeth, Tendons and Ligaments.
Type I Collagen is produced by Fibroblasts and Osteoblasts. It is the main constituent of the Dermis (comprising 85% to 90% of the Skin’s total Collagen content).
These Substances may Enhance the Production of Type I Collagen
Carbohydrates
Acemannan may stimulate the production of Type I Collagen. [1]
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