What if the fountain of youth lies in a daily smoothie or cup of joe...spiked with collagen peptides, that is? That's the hope of many celebs and influencers you've probably seen on your feed blending these powders into bevs.
This protein is a major building block of skin and connective tissue, says Micaela Bayard, MD, an assistant professor of rheumatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
So can a scoop in your morning coffee prime you for age-defying skin and healthy joints? Here's what you can realistically expect from integrating the trendy supp into your routine.
It can ease signs of aging.
IT'S TRUE!
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Super Bowls
Introducing the WH game plan for nutrient-packed mixes of healthy goodness
Protein Upgrade
Six ingredients, two sheet pans, one stellar chicken dinner for the fam
How to Fly Without Fear
Trying to stay calm on a bumpy airplane? WH asked experts for the best tips and tricks to quell flight anxiety.
Mantra Magic
Sometimes, all it takes is one little phrase to smash your goals.
be a force
These five trainers each built a following by forging their own path in the wellness world. Now they're coleading the Women's Health Flex Challenge, 28 days of workouts you can customize for your unique goals. They're proof that strength comes in many forms— and they're here to help you unlock it within yourself. Let's go!
This Is Your Brain on Menopause
Jessica Shepherd, MD, a WH advisor, explains how your mind shifts during this body-altering phase in this excerpt from her book, Generation M: Living Well in Perimenopause and Menopause.
HOW WE HEALTH-CARE NOW
The whooooolllllle landscape has changed. Finally— finally-here is your everything guide to all the new services you keep hearing about, and how to game the system to get the care you need.
LIGHT THERAPY
You've seen those LED face masks on social media and may be wondering, \"Do they work?\" The answer is more than a simple \"yes.\" In fact, experts are just beginning to understand how this energy and the sun's rays profoundly impact skin.
Scent Energy
How one mystical aroma has made a comeback as a modern-day \"wellness fragrance.\" WH explores the power of palo santo.
The New Sleep Guide of Your Dreams
Experts' rules of rest have shifted a lot—what to know now.
