Island Beach State Park. Ocean County, New Jersey. The main gate of Island Beach State Park typically opens at 8 A.M. and closes at 8 P.M.. During summer weekends and holidays, from Memorial Day-weekend to Labor Day-weekend, the park opens at 7 A.M. Island Beach can get very crowded during the summer weekends and holidays.
My secret escape from pain of arthritis...collagen. DAILY doses of collagen can bring relief to the millions suffering from the agony of arthritis, a study has revealed. Sufferers given capsules of collagen felt a reduction in pain and saw increased mobility in more than three in four cases.
The Causes And Effects Of Collagen Loss By NewBeauty Staff | July 12, 2010 Collagen is a tough, almost rubbery protein that's created by cells called fibroblasts. Packed together as bundles, fibrous bands of collagen serve as the main support system of the dermis, the deepest layer of skin. Collagen gives skin its strength, and it makes skin firm and flexible with the help of elastin. Collagen is essential for young-looking skin because it gives structure to its cells. When collagen levels becomes depleted, the skin has little internal support, causing it to sag and contributing to wrinkles. Furthermore, when there is ample collagen in the skin, it's strong and more resistant to the effects of weight gain, so a lack of it can lead to a greater risk of stretch marks. Around age 35, collagen production naturally begins to taper off, and the quality of the collagen diminishes.