Most people equate Collagen as a supplement that helps with their skin. Younger looking skin is only where the benefits begin.

Collagen can also play an important role in building and maintaining healthy connective tissue throughout your digestive tract.

Maintaining a strong digestive tract and stomach lining is extremely important for the prevention of a condition known as “leaky gut.” Leaky gut happens when there are damages in the barrier lining of your intestine. This condition may allow food and waste particles to pass into the bloodstream, causing an inflammation. Leaky gut can cause bloating, gas, stomach cramps, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), as well as sensitivity to foods that are wheat-based, high in sugar and contain gluten.

There are many foods that can contribute to leaky gut:

Collagen is beneficial to gut health because it contains large amounts of the amino acids glycine, glutamine and proline which can be beneficial to the intestinal tract as well as the stomach.

You can add collagen to your diet a few ways.

One is Bone Broth which is an excellent source of collagen. You can make this easily by simmering bones to extract the flavor and the nutrients of the bone marrow. It takes good and can be a base for soups or stews as well.

By utilizing a Powdered Gelatin as a tea or by adding it to your soups, stews, and broths, you can quickly bump up your collagen consumption.

Of course, there are Collagen Peptide Supplements. This is a easy way to get this important amino acid. Most brands are broken down so that they are easy to digest & absorb.

Although leaky gut is more prevalent in persons with chronic diseases such as, Celica's disease and type 1 Diabetes, the main source of leaky gut remains a mystery. Therefore, its treatment may vary.

Try adding healthier menu choices to your lifestyle, like more fruits, vegetables, gluten-free grains, healthy fats, fish, lean meats, eggs and yogurt to your diet. Your gut health will thank you.