Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs). * A family of carbohydrates that help with the maintenance and support of collagen and elastin. Functions: Glycosaminoglycans' primary role is to maintain and support collagen, elastin and turgidity (bounce) in the cellular spaces and keep protein fibers in balance and proportion.
Braves to sign 43-year old Bartolo Colon. The Atlanta Braves will furnish their new ballpark with the oldest player in the majors as the franchise agreed to a deal with 43-year-old Bartolo Colon.
Report Abuse. Roberto Clemente was 38 years old when he died. He learned that in Nicaragua there was a dictator (Somoza) and a corrupt group of people who were not distributing food and clothes to those people. Remember: Roberto Clemente always felt identified with the people.