Collagen & Bone Health: An Overlooked Benefit for Aging Bodies

When we think about strong bones, most of us picture a glass of milk or a vitamin D supplement. While calcium and vitamin D are essential, they’re not the whole story. There’s another key player in bone strength that often goes unnoticed—collagen.

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Collagen: The Scaffold of Your Bones

Bones aren’t just solid, rock-like structures; they’re living tissues with a flexible protein framework. Around 90% of the organic part of your bone is made of collagen, primarily Type I collagen (National Library of Medicine, 2020). This collagen forms the “scaffold” that minerals like calcium and phosphorus bind to, giving bones both strength and flexibility.

Without enough collagen, bones may become more brittle—meaning they can break more easily, even if your calcium levels are adequate.

Why Collagen Declines With Age

From around age 25, collagen production begins to decline by about 1–1.5% per year (Dermato-Endocrinology, 2012). By the time you hit your 50s, your collagen levels can be significantly reduced, which is one reason bone density often drops faster after menopause.

For women, declining estrogen levels speed up both collagen loss and bone resorption—making collagen support especially important in the post-menopausal years.

Scientific Evidence: Collagen & Bone Density

Research suggests that supplementing with hydrolyzed collagen can improve bone metabolism and density.

• A 2018 randomized controlled trial found that women who took 5g of collagen peptides daily for 12 months had increased bone mineral density in the spine and femur compared to those on a placebo (König et al., Nutrients, 2018).

  
  

• Another 2019 study showed collagen supplementation reduced bone breakdown markers in postmenopausal women, suggesting a protective effect against osteoporosis (Zdzieblik et al., Nutrients, 2019).

How Totally Derma Supports Bone Health

Totally Derma isn’t just another beauty collagen—it’s designed as a whole-body collagen supplement, delivering hydrolyzed bovine collagen peptides that are easily absorbed and bioavailable.

Here’s why it stands out for bone support:

• High-quality hydrolyzed collagen to rebuild bone’s protein framework.

• Synovoderma® Hyaluronic Acid for joint lubrication and mobility.

• Vitamin C—essential for collagen synthesis and bone repair.

• Minerals like zinc and copper that play a role in bone formation.

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The Takeaway

Strong bones need more than just calcium. Collagen forms the structure that keeps them resilient, and without it, even the best mineral intake won’t give you optimal strength. Whether you’re looking to prevent age-related bone loss or support recovery from fractures, collagen supplementation could be the missing piece in your bone health strategy.

💡 Tip: Start early. By the time bone loss is visible on a scan, much of the damage is already done. Collagen works best as a long-term habit.