@livewellherbal_clinic: Bone Health #bones #pain #collagen #health #herbal @Asonaba Owusu Aduomi READ THIS Young mango leaves contain several plant compounds that support the body's natural collagen production. Key compounds in young mango leaves Mangiferin: A powerful antioxidant found in mango leaves. Helps reduce oxidative stress (damage caused by free radicals). By protecting cells such as fibroblasts (the cells that make collagen), it helps the body maintain normal collagen production. Vitamin C: Essential for collagen synthesis. The body uses vitamin C to convert the amino acids proline and lysine into forms needed to build strong collagen fibers. Without enough vitamin C, collagen formation is impaired. Polyphenols and Flavonoids: Plant antioxidants that help reduce inflammation and oxidative damage. They help protect existing collagen from breakdown. How collagen is produced You eat foods containing protein. The digestive system breaks proteins into amino acids. Fibroblast cells use amino acids—especially glycine, proline, and lysine—to make collagen. Vitamin C helps these amino acids form stable collagen fibers. The collagen is then used in: Bones Cartilage Tendons Ligaments Skin Blood vessels How this may help bones and joints: Collagen forms the framework on which minerals such as calcium and phosphorus are deposited in bone. Strong collagen networks help: Support bone strength Maintain cartilage in joints Assist tissue repair during bone remodeling, Support healthy skin, tendons, and ligaments. So, young mango leaves support collagen production mainly because of their mangiferin, vitamin C, and antioxidant polyphenols, which protect collagen-producing cells and provide nutrients needed for collagen synthesis. Contact Livewell Herbal Clinic - Koforidua for your bone problems. Call: 0249150844, 0549911167 Visit website: www.livewellghana.com

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