Foods that are generally allowed on a low-fiber diet include: 1  White bread without nuts and seeds. 2  White rice, plain white pasta, and crackers. 3  Refined hot cereals, such as Cream of Wheat, or cold cereals with less than 1 gram of fiber per serving.  Pancakes or waffles made from white refined flour.
Collagen is a nutritional supplement made from animal or fish materials. It's rich in amino acids that play an important role in the building of joint cartilage and it may have anti-inflammatory effects. Trials into collagenâs role in treating osteoarthritis give mixed results.
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.