As a precaution due to the impending severe weather, information about any park closures will be posted to this page. Updated as of 10/9/2015. This is the last update for this storm event. Allaire State Park: Open. Allamuchy Mountain State Park: Open. Barnegat Lighthouse State Park: Open.
Collagen is a natural type of protein in the body that forms the connective tissues that hold skin, bone, tendons, muscle, and cartilage together.Collagen is so important in the way our skin looks and feels because it is the main structural component providing firmness and shape. Skin care formulas with animo acids like L-arginine and L-glutamine can help boost collagen production. 2  A 2005 study, for instance, found that topical L-arginine increased collagen production and encouraged faster wound-healing.
Natural Sources of Collagen. Eggs are a natural source of collagen. Collagen is a type of protein that is used as connective and support tissue throughout the body. According to Human Biochemistry and Disease, collagen makes up 75 percent of our skin composition and 30 percent of our bodies overall. There are four types of collagen, although Type I receives more attention from the cosmetic industry because it is present in our skin, ligaments and bones.