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Peptides have gained massive popularity in recent years mostly because people think of them as the building blocks of collagen and elastin fibers of the skin. Which translates into peptides possessing the coveted ability to help improve your skin’s appearance.‡ So, many health and cosmetic products you see today contain different peptides because of their potential anti-aging and muscle-building properties.‡
While this may be true, peptides contain many other benefits beyond skincare. In this article, we'll talk more about what peptides are and how peptides may also have a beneficial role in promoting faster wound healing, reducing inflammation, and more.
What are peptides, exactly? Well, essentially, peptides are fragments of protein that are made up of amino acids. When these amino acids connect they form an amino-peptide. And finally, when these peptides link together, they form the basis of proteins.
No doubt you’ve noticed peptides pop up in the ingredient list in gels, serums, and other skincare brands, right? That’s because peptides support tissue firmness and elasticity.‡ However, it’s also important to note that peptides serve as the building blocks of important enzymes and hormones and also play a role in several other body functions.‡
While you can opt to go the supplement route to benefit from peptides, they also occur naturally within your body. Some of the most well-known natural peptides are:
Did you know that collagen peptide are naturally found in the dermis layer of your skin? This wildly popular peptide is also popping up everywhere in the health and wellness industry in a consumable supplement form for good reason.
Peptides help support the healing process by stimulating the production of collagen and promoting tissue repair.‡ They may even be easier for the body to absorb than proteins because they’re more broken down which helps them enter the bloodstream quicker.‡
Let’s talk about how peptides work in your body. According to Dr.Axe, peptides have the ability to:
Now you may be asking, “what about the serums and gels, how do peptides work for skin?” Instead of sitting on top of the skin, peptides can penetrate the outer layer and sink deeper. Essentially, peptides are messengers, telling cells to produce elastin and collagen.
There are a multitude of benefits peptides can provide both your skin and body.
One of the best ways to introduce more peptides into your diet is by consuming collagen-rich foods or by supplementing with high-quality collagen peptide powders.‡
To answer the question of how to get peptides Naturally, first, let’s concentrate on the collagen-rich foods you can eat to get peptides naturally. Here are our top picks:
Now, the peptides in supplements may come from plant or animal sources including some of the foods previously mentioned like beef, fish, and eggs. Some of the most common peptide supplements available come from collagen peptides and creatine peptides.
Wondering how to integrate collagen peptides into your daily health routine? Of course, you’ll first want to always follow the package instructions and never exceed the recommended serving size. But in terms of usage, you can add collagen peptides to your cozy hot beverage like coffee or tea. More of a smoothie person? They will also go well added to your favorite smoothie recipe. Since collagen peptides are an animal by-product, Chaga Mushroom Powder may be a good option for vegans or those who would prefer to stimulate collagen production naturally.
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