How to BOOST COLLAGEN WITHOUT SUPPLEMENTS| Dr Dray

[@wilma6235]

I took unflavored collagen in my coffee everyday. I started for aging reasons, but a wonderful side effect was it healed my knee. I have bone on bone on my left knee. I was dragging my left leg around. Now I have no knee pain at all.

[@zeynand4039]

I read that alot, it doesn't really do much for the skin but people are healed from joint pains and walk without pain again and things like that. Seems a good anough reason to try because the doctor only gives me painkillers.

[@thebreathingtrees]

Would you suggest which exact collagen brand you take?

[@loismaddux4800]

Yes please the brand that was successful for your knees. I have knee problems too and want to avoid surgery if possible.

[@EBNJ6]

same. I don't think its doing anything for my face 😅 but my joints don't hurt anymore.

[@katiejane6761]

Yes same !

[@bluecurlygirl]

"For the sake of your skin and for the sake of my sanity..." I love that.

[@freshta7228]

Hahaha...great

[@queenofstitcheswarrior2668]

There’se some passion😂👍🏼

[@CPham-ej8fx]

Really cute, total dedication!! :)😀

[@chloe-rz9xk]

Hahahhahahha

[@bentakluk1534]

Português por favor

[@colleenstack210]

Dr. Dray thank you for the video. One thing I would educated women on is the importance of Vitamin D3 and low levels being linked to having a higher rate of developing an autoimmune disease Multiple Sclerosis. I am 44 yrs old and since I was a teenager wore SPF daily throughout the year, hats as well. Minimized my time in the sun. With vanity loved people's reaction that they assumed I was ten years younger. Than in March 2021, I had went paralysis from T4 bilateral to my toes and diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. The Neurologist explained to me several evidence based studies believe to be a link in the prevention of MS is keeping your Vitamin D level up. Mine was 12 ng/ml at the time of dx. I know take daily Vitamin D3 with K2 for better absorption and 3 months later it's 44 ng/ml. I agree 100% about sun protection however, in retro spect I wish I would of been on a Vitamin D3 supplement. Thank you to all that read this.

[@Foxiepawstotti]

Its not just K2 for better absorbtion, if you dont take K2 the cholecalciferol will end up in your arteries and kill you.

[@hopefortheworld5296]

I have a very simular story to yours. In retrospect I wish I didn't read magazines advising to stay out of the sun or much better yet I wish they'd talk about taking vitamin D supplements. I feel angry that they didn't (still don't really)

[@jenniferbecca3050]

And you should be taking magnesium, because magnesium help absorb the D3.

[@tamiressilva-ee7kb]

Thank you

[@margo2935]

Do you guys have particular vitamin brands to recommend that have all of these combined?

[@opheliasgrace]

I'm so glad I stopped tanning when I was 19 and stopped smoking when I was 27. I would look terrible by now.

[@anosjc]

I never smoked. Always wore sunscreen since I was 13. Now im.....30..👀 and I look 40 especially on camera 😭 all of a sudden my body and face has collapsed as soon as im 30. It's unbelievable and scary. I guess most of it is genetic. My aunts are turning 50 and they look absolutely smooth. What the hell

[@DianaTorres-mv7fe]

@@anosjc you look great on you profile picture (if that is you)

[@Vera-dg3hf]

Thank God!!!

[@macadamianutball7534]

I never tanned.. I luckily got super sunburned when I was 19 .. I hated the way it made me looked .. so I got crazy with sunscreen little did I know at 30 years later I was doing something so beneficial .. unfortunately I used to smoke I quit 25 years ago thank you Jesus I did .. people who smoke piss me off now cuz they don’t give a rats ass about anyone .. smoking close to other people in public .. discusting

[@tay7366]

I’ve been taking collagen supplements for a few months now and I have definitely noticed a difference. But I also am more aware of looking after myself , my skin , vitamin supplements . My hair has grown longer than it ever has before even in my 20s. And my skin is looking great 👍

[@thebreathingtrees]

Could you suggest what supplement you use? I'm looking at so many different, it's confusing

[@xenondoro8573]

I was very skeptical when my sister (42yo) started eating collagen supplements but then I met her half a year later and she looked seemingly younger. I'm a believer now.

[@martinmaddox5315]

I too, would like to know what you take and where do you get it, if it’s a nationwide store, since it works for you? Thank you.

[@richricogranada9647]

BOO HOO. Are you selling this crap?

[@TL....]

@@thebreathingtrees great lakes collagen powder

[@rpitt5066]

Estrogen is also vital for preventing heart disease. I took part in a sleep study, I got so much feedback, on the importance of sleep and hydration, in preventing disease. Huge in preventing dementia

[@mateamatic8360]

Do share your feedback!!!

[@enidedej]

I'm just leaving a comment in case the person shares their feedback 🙂

[@gc8429]

Leaving a comment for the same reason

[@aisoaification]

What does your avatar " stay hungry stay foolish mean"

[@aisoaification]

Yes sleep is Huge! In preventing dementia and alzheimer's

[@_Hello_4444]

Dr. Dray I love that you kept with your goal of wearing brighter colors! 🔆🌟

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks! I am trying

[@nv9594]

Yes I love this orange shirt.

[@manuelgonzalez785]

I don't like this color on Dr.Dray ☹...it's not the color....

[@_Hello_4444]

@@DrDrayzday looks great! ☺️

[@amixeblu]

@@DrDrayzday Pretty blouse too. I love the new shapes & colors so much! But there is nothing wrong with plain gray either (I love gray & pale blue).

[@mikimono]

Dr. Dray: If you are sleep deprived you are harming your collagen. Me at 12:34am: time to watch Dr. Dray on KZbin 👁👁

[@elsabuck6008]

Me too at 3:25am

[@mabimorgan4316]

That was me last night! 😂

[@vetsai8199]

😂🤣😂

[@chloe-rz9xk]

hahahhaha me right now

[@AnnaMaria-oy1fp]

wow, sleep deprived and UV rays. Good Luck!

[@jmokj1635]

Moral of the story: live in a cold dark basement to never age.

[@shreeya1113]

But you will be depressed we need natural light too 👍🏻

[@jfaustin1742]

My dad has done this kinda and is 84 looks 68 face wise. But also melanin. And also he is grumpy and miserable. Don’t know if I recommend

[@shreeya1113]

@@jfaustin1742 true v bad for u I know my aunty lives in basement too never goes out in the sun she is depressed

[@suzie5813]

Haha

[@nonconmann]

I do this, my skin is fine, but I still lose volume under my eyes

[@aimskimoskwa3867]

I’ve heard collagen supplementation can be good for patching up a leaky gut which in turn helps you absorb more nutrients which helps the production of collagen

[@tranquilxnotienequeserperfecto]

I just love your no BS approach. Greetings from Argentina 🇦🇷

[@amixeblu]

Going through menopause as we speak. I am 48 and started getting issues age 47 going on 48, so this has been going on about a year now. I will be 49 this year. My mom was 42-44. 10 years later she had really bad osteoporosis due to early onset menopause, and was put on bisphosponates for that, a calcium supplement was no longer gonna touch that. She is 75 and has needed to take it long-term because she is that low, it has gotten better but it was actually discovered too late. If anyone out there is going through early onset menopause, get a simple bone density test done on the regular as of a couple years later. It will save you if you are not going on HRT! My mom had already shrunken and gotten a "hump"-like posture. That is when I noticed something was up & told her. She, thankfully, had it checked out when she went for a pap smear and the doctor also noticed!

[@maritakochis7102]

That’s the importance of vitamin d3 and K2 ( mk7). I’m not sure why doctors are not recommending a vitamin d test for everyone. I’ve been taking it for 5 years now , got my levels up to 70 and all my aches have disappeared and I haven’t had a cold or Covid or flu ! I’m 64 and have never felt better ! I hope your Mom can continue to improve but maybe it would be a good idea to get those levels checked. Every little bit helps.

[@amixeblu]

@@maritakochis7102 She does so on the regular. She is currently resting with a broken foot and the x-rays still indicated "osteoporosis" / it is better for her, but she still never can get off the bisphosphonates. Vitamin D can only do so much when you actually have osteoporosis!

[@steamboatbillywilly]

I whispered "transepidermal water loss" to myself the other day

[@lucienovakova5298]

:D

[@sampuatisamuel9785]

Haha, but it might be a sign that you/we are becoming smarter because of taking note of Dr Dray

[@SC-yx7sb]

LOL 🤣

[@precious5663]

😂🤣😂🤣🤣

[@giiggii11]

Maybe collegen supplements didn't do a lot for my skin, but since I started taking it I have a ton of hair and don't hardly lose any when I wash it!!! ..and I'm 62! Love it

[@sballantine8127]

Blue light does not only come from the sun, it also comes from computer screens, your phone, certain light bulbs, I wish you talk more about this, please.

[@deer105]

People with severe insomnia can't "focus on getting good quality sleep." If you can't sleep go to the doctor. Insomnia is very difficult to treat and often has many underlying medical causes such as hyperthyroidism, high cortisol, or perimenopause.

[@ManUntdForever]

I started taking collagen powder in my tea because I thought it would cure my acne (before I found Dr. Dray). I don’t think I’ve seen any changes in my skin, but I’m convinced it contributes to my hair growth and my nail health.

[@soseberry517]

Me too same results improved hair and nails no defrent in my skin

[@Ashley-rp4ui]

I’ve heard that increasing fiber will help with acne because it is helping in eliminating excess estrogen and also helping blood sugar which helps hormones

[@threatlevelmidnight3588]

I've taken collagen for years for my joints. I don't feel it's done anything for my skin, but it's done great for my joints. Thanks for another great upload. 👍

[@carolinemccullough1895]

It might help skin a bit but I KNOW it makes my hair and nails and hair grow faster. I have to do my roots every 6 weeks (about 1/2 inch growth). Nails don’t break or get tears on sides

[@Viv8ldi]

How much have you been taking?

[@marinawilliams7477]

there are different kind of collagen. its another type of collagen used for skin improvement.

[@faithflora5522]

@@carolinemccullough1895 which one have you taken.

[@jenniepainter3983]

Collagen has been a life saver for me after having a bad case of covid

[@Shainmeng]

Finally! I have been looking for this from a real derm/ doctor not some influencers

[@jannasantos5440]

Not sure when the last time she actually was a practicing doctor. However she is a certified KZbinr more so than others.

[@sct4040]

Right, I don't even watch estheticians either.

[@summerrainzz]

I find short sun exposure to be beneficial for me. I sunbathe without sunblock for about half an hour early mornings . I do use sunscreen for the rest of the day, daily. I don’t burn easily, I have no history of skin issues like cancers etc, neither does my family, plus I have brown skin. I am approaching 50 and I think I look pretty good. I don’t take any collagen supplement as I am vegetarian. This works for me. I love my morning sunbathes it is very healing

[@EtsukoAmi]

thank god there're still people with common sense lol. the sun is your friend! obv don't bake yourself for hours on end every day 😂

[@EvaSawicka]

There is a lot more to sunlight than UV rays. And we do need UV light to generate vitamin D.

[@lih1352]

Me too! It feels amazing. Just 10-15 minutes a day I join the lizards 🦎 in my backyard lol

[@StompMom5]

I'm in my mid 40s and have never used sunblock a day in my life. It's true... The sun is your friend. Even when I took my kids swimming when they were young I didn't want their bodies covered in chemicals so I always planned swimming later in the day when the UV rays were no longer an issues which was around 6pm. We did that every couple days, it was a blast🥳🥳.

[@cloverajazz6743]

I do this everyday sun makes me happy..i just wear a hat and 15-20 minutes sun exposure without sunblock well just on my face.

[@jenniferwilliams8756]

I love you! I’m 42 and all your advice has helped so much. I’ve always taken care of my skin but, I’ve been better about the last 10 years.

[@1Arwen11]

The sarcasm is through the roof! Love it

[@nielsenbecky]

Thanks to Doctor Dray, I purchased UPF 50 + clothing for the summer. There are some cute shirts out there!

[@DrDrayzday]

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@ivonasusak]

Can you please put some brands of this clothing so I can also search for it 😊

[@Monicalala]

Where did you buy them?

[@ppmckh5334]

@@Monicalala I bought mine at Costco. There are some cute ones out there

[@AjaxandOreos]

Coolibar is a company you may want to check out- can be pricey, so I wait for the sales 👍

[@patriceodell4079]

Thanks!

[@DrDrayzday]

Thank you

[@lynnebunte3399]

I have extreme dry eye and was using very expensive eye drops. I started taking a collagen supplement and my eyes are 99% better. I will never stop taking a collagen supplement. It has also helped my hair. Supplements cannot hurt!!

[@alicesunny4478]

Hi, can you share what you are taking? Thanks.

[@heathersha]

My bff is a nurse and has seen people near death when taking too many supplements without medical professional guidance.

[@meditationandhealingwithse1827]

I’ve been using collagen for the last three years,I love it!I I’ve definitely seen a difference, in my skin, and the pain in my knee is gone!

[@crivera313]

After having a baby around 3 months I dealt with serious hair loss. Blood work all came back normal. I diligently took collagen for several months and saw absolute no hair loss and my re growth is amazing. I understand post partum hormone levels can even out and eventually hair loss will stop but I contribute my collagen supplementation a key factor in helping the amount of shedding I had. I highly recommend it to post partum women.

[@flowersofparadise2086]

Which brand u took

[@olenabi]

Anemia is often seen in women with heavy periods and postpartum. I suggest checking ferritin level as well, I have suffered from low level for a while now and symptoms can be quite diverse, the worst being severe headaches and dizziness, drastic hairfall etc

[@patsyjohnson601]

Did you use powder or supplements

[@raulkapur3691]

Hair typically grows long and lush while pregnant

[@patsyjohnson601]

What kind did you use? I

[@betsybabf748]

If men use estrogen cream, will they load the dishwasher and put the toilet paper on the roll correctly?

[@annepconley1553]

🤣

[@user-du5cs1vs7d]

😂

[@eclectictomboy6873]

Not only that, they will also put the toilet seat down and ask you how you are feeling and want to talk about it.

[@pkhnceis9927]

Hahahahaha

[@JasperJoshuahh]

Wow😂

[@monicaburdette713]

I have worn sunscreen daily since about the 4th or fifth grade and my mother was always good about making me wear sunscreen when I was out in the sun, which really wasn't that often. Even so, I began to develop skin issues at 24, which was difficult and I have never really been happy with my skin since. In my late twenties I was diagnosed with Vitamin D definciency and I think it must have been quite severe because I felt achy throughout my body. After my Vitamin D levels were restored, I began to feel much better. I have always wondered, though, how to balance the need for Vitamin D with skin protection since they say you need to be in the sun for your body to make Vitamin D. Also, spending some time outdoors has a psychological benefit, at least for me. I would love to hear your thoughts on this in a future video. Thank you for sharing your wisdom. I always enjoy your videos!

[@Jp-ei5og]

Agreed. I wish there was more nuance in her opinions on sun exposure. Also there are varying skin complexions and UV rays are different at different latitudes. I imagine the damage is far worse for someone with light skin living in California than someone like me in vancouver where there is no sun. I need all the sun I can get here ! Also became vit D deficient from living here the last 4 years, have seen immense benefits overall since taking 4000 IU per day for about 3 months now

[@jossfangirl]

Sun is life. Our body needs it for optimal health. It regulates our sleep which is mentioned as being important. But no mention of how to get that sleep. Check out circadian rhythm and how light exposure regulates it. Also Vitamin C is very important.

[@miracoli16]

@@Kelly-pp1et If uv-radiation can't penetrate the skin because of sunscreen, it won't produce Vit.D

[@miracoli16]

@@Kelly-pp1et sorry but i don't believe it. Show me those studies! Of course, a very little bit of radiation penetrates through sunscreen but far not enough. So you will have to supplement Vit.D! After two weeks in sunny Spain wearing sunscreen i had a severe Vit.D-deficiency.

[@ngekiny1246]

💯

[@9627Kris]

Dr Dray! Can you tell us what supplements you take?

[@ellora8856]

I don't know about you guys, but every time I watch a new Dr. Dray video I feel so much more knowledgeable...like man I really know skincare now:)))

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching 💙

[@Strega_del_Corvo]

I always joke with my family that I’m basically a dermatologist now. 🤣

[@nehapal2583]

@@Strega_del_Corvo 😁😁

[@claudi_wl]

😂😂😂 I feel the same

[@Valeriya1616]

Every video of yours is so educational and motivates to live a healthier life 👍🏼 Thank you, Dr. Dray😊

[@Sarah-rf5rj]

"If you are sleep deprived you are harming your collagen." Me past 1 am rn: Start>Power>Shutdown

[@aliciahurst333]

Yep I’m an RN too just finished night shift and ate chocolate lol

[@valentinaci7888]

I'm dead, I have a kid🤣

[@sct4040]

I take this brand of Collegan Peptide for my arthritis, not so much for my skin. It seems to help. For my skin, retinoid, sunblock+moisturizer is the way to go.

[@cstancovik]

I clicked to watch this video and the commercial playing was Dr Dray talking about hair growth LOL She is everywhere... Love it!

[@sarahe.619]

You got me on the sleep! Still working on that. All other areas are golden. I take collagen more for my hair. I've seen great results that way. I've never seen results in my skin no matter which brand I've tried. You are a great help!

[@lucyi1202]

I agree! I take collagen for my hair and I see a huge difference! Haven’t noticed any difference in my skin.

[@priyankagupta9700]

Hi, may I know which collagen do you take for hair ? Details please

[@sarahle777]

@@priyankagupta9700 bulletproof unflavored, mixes well, no aftertaste

[@Superfatcat2525]

My hair and nails started growing like crazy after taking collagen. I always have worn sunscreen but that didn’t effect my hair and nails like collagen did. My joints feel wonderful as well. I’m 58. No arthritis or joint pain. Try it.

[@twin1671]

What type of collagen do you take?

[@twin1671]

@Catz Lady

[@AizramIsirap]

Dr Dray: avoid sun exposure, traffic and pollution. Me: lives in LA...

[@paulachristie7807]

She lives in Houston, how much better than LA can it be? I’ve been to Houston - not much. I live in SoCal too - Orange County.

[@starlight94810]

Yeah, not the most realistic tips.

[@kristitrimble9658]

Same...

[@idreamofpeony]

@@starlight94810 Her real tips are to wear sunscreen, cleanse your face at the end of the day and sleep to resolve those hurdles though

[@jfaustin1742]

Lives in NYC

[@kristenangelo6592]

Would love to hear you delve into the consequences of infrared saunas on skin health

[@kellyensign4482]

Yes! I was thinking the same thing!

[@jfaustin1742]

Yes!!!

[@jillpeacock4540]

I use sunblock. Ever since I had cancer. Sun is much more dangerous now. However, I started trying collagen for my joints. As I'm on blood thinners and can't take pain pills. I take my collagen, with vitamin C and Hyluronic Acid. It has kept my hair darker.. When I'm off it. I find my joints kill me. My hair turns more grey with some white. I do not drink or smoke. I'm soon to be 72. I look much younger even without makeup. I use 50 SPF sunblock as well. Soooooo I hate to shoot you down. But it really has helped my joints. Greatly. Skin and hair was just a plus for me.

[@susan5048]

I’ve been taking a collagen supplement for 6; months and I see a big difference. It works for me.

[@niokagreenidge4404]

Me too I’m never giving it up

[@Ninasaved]

Which kind are you taking?

[@niokagreenidge4404]

@@Ninasaved I’m taking vital proteins, the one with vit c and HA !

[@angelinaoliver5587]

@@niokagreenidge4404 thank you ❤️

[@dolphinswilltakeover]

Um what is it ? Don’t leave us hanging...

[@valentinabiebie]

It’s so true. My family complained about me for being too fair and not being healthy at all. I avoided sun all these years due to migraines but I took their advice - I wanted to look less fair so I started exposing myself to the sun these two years and I didn’t use sunblock religiously like before. Then I got tanned but I noticed I started looking old. 😖😖😖 I have compared my old pictures to the latest pictures, my skin has changed from a darker shade to a lighter shade, my wrinkles especially under my eyes look obvious and there more side effects due to sun exposure. Anyway, I will try avoid the sun as much as I can now.

[@zoe1baby]

I am 60 years old now and grew up in the sun fishing with my family on the boat in the ocean and sunscreen was unheard of. I also did a ton of sunbathing. We lived on the lake and I vacationed in the sun and had Tanlines all year round. I only used Hawaiian Tropic sun oil. I got very dark. Now it’s 60 and I have a little fine lines all over my face. I also had basal cell carcinoma skin cancer on my chest. None of this showed until later on down the road. My doctor told me that the skin cancer on my chest must’ve started a long time ago. I am not particularly light-skinned either I have a medium light medium skin. But I roasted myself and never put anything on my face. In fact I am surprise I look as good as I do probably because I take good care of it. So people listen up to this lady she knows her stuff!

[@nancyanderson7422]

While driving in rush our every day, I actually wore a UV and infrared mask and run the A/C on my face. With that and sunscreen everyday, I reversed my hyperpigmentation on my face and a few wrinkles actually reversed.

[@francoistourigny3006]

I adore your way of expressing yourself, and your knowledge of this science, you don’t turn around with nonsense that we find everywhere else, continue the marvelous work.

[@lindavel43]

I started watching Korean, Japanese and Chinese beauty gurus when I was 24 They are so big on sunscreen. Glad I did because they were the ones who got me into always wearing sunscreen. I am 36 now and always have sunscreen on hand.

[@ChloeChloe.]

As a Taiwanese, I can tell you why sunscreen is such a big deal in east Asia. It all about the needs to have WHITE SKIN. It's more of preventing their skin getting darker than protect their skin. I don't think most people know sunscreen can protect their skin to lose collagen. You can see that in those Asian brands sunscreen advertisements. It's always showing how their products can prevent you from getting darker skin and then how lightweight it is. Almost never mention how will it prevent the sun exposure to damage you skin or prevent skin cancer like the one I saw in Australian sunscreen advertisements.

[@ubemon]

@@ChloeChloe. same thing in the Philippines. I remember one time my cousin saw me put sunscreen and was surprised and asked me why I didn't want to tan (the fair skin beauty standard doesn't really apply to guys). I told her everyone needed sunscreen to avoid premature aging and she was so surprised lol

[@EVL-xj5vc]

@@ChloeChloe. and we are labelled colorists lol!

[@SueRosalie]

@@ChloeChloe. yes. It's always been a cultural thing about valuing the appearance of paler skin, not about protection from sun and cancer.

[@gabriellabooher7512]

Random fact: ingestion of vitamin C with collagen allows for the body to absorb the collagen way better!!

[@sofea898]

I took the combination of these, it worked like magic on my skin! Glowing and flawless. But i stopped because i heard rumors say collagen supplementation could activate cancer cells :(

[@Vera-dg3hf]

Anything ingested with vitamin C will be absorbed better in the body. Basic nutrition.

[@gabriellabooher7512]

@@Vera-dg3hf awesome! I didn’t realize it helped with other supplements as well.

[@deathandrebirth-y8x]

@@sofea898 literal magic. cancer sucks but so does knee pain. you cant win.

[@jaycole2109]

I am 61 and have been losing my hair for years. Thyroid meds didn’t help. Collagen Peptides seem to be helping A LOT with that, and my hips aren’t as stiff and achey.

[@paa4344]

Hi I lost mine after covid ,vitamin d helped grow back

[@jenniferpeterson111]

I'm a 63 yr old redhead and have never been in the sun without protection; long sleeves-even in summer-sun hat, sunscreen, the works. I live in southern California, so plenty of sun exposure, but always protected. Until menopause, I was tagged as 20 yrs younger, post menopause 10 yrs younger. I attribute this to sun protection. I do love sugar, do not sleep well, so those are strikes me. I started doing collagen powder in my morning yogurt and blueberries a month ago to help my nails. (I have great hair, but disastrous nails) It seems to have helped. BUT, it is expensive and I wonder, if I just slept more, if I curbed a bit of the sugar...would my nails improve?

[@diva80]

I’m taking HRT (after a surgical hysterectomy from cervical cancer,I’m 41 years old and was diagnosed at 39 years old)and going through surgical menopause I seen a difference in my skin.

[@farahdibasonda6708]

Hello Dr Dray, could you please make video about the dangers or risks of homemade / DIY skin care with ingredients available in the kitchen?

[@kerravon913]

Taking collagen for dry skin related to ichthyosis. Noticed improvement within a few days. Wish I'd discovered this decades ago.

[@Mia_9135]

I’m 63. If I stop taking collagen, I notice the difference in skin, nails and hair.

[@ClaireMcD]

Me too. Collagen has really helped me.

[@ayanhassan1474]

Which brand do you take?

[@lillllyweasley3237]

@@ClaireMcD what brand do you take

[@kathleensaeva2649]

I agree! I take Living Silica and surely notice a difference. Just not eating ANY sugar will improve one's skin tremendously. And I also limit my decaf coffee to once or twice a month as that seems to instantly age me😐

[@nataliemammitzsch4369]

Agreed Also bone broth is great !!

[@nakufo]

Yes thank you! I think I went through so many videos. You're the first to be straight up

[@tammyjokerney4152]

PS: I am watching you as I sip on my coffee with added collagen. ☕😂

[@ninoshka790]

Me: I was thinking to buy that specific collagen brand she shows at her video, that's why i clicked it cause i was like huh? 😳 😂😂😂😂😂. Another thing i stopped on her channel cause i like her natural glow skin. For me i rather a daily natural looking skin. And just few occasion make up. 🤷🏽 So i guess i am in the right channel.

[@tennisbum67]

I wore sunscreen and long sleeves all the time and became vitamin D deficient. My skin became crepey despite sun avoidance.

[@sct4040]

I take Centrium Silver for Women with vitamin D. My lab work for D is fine. Also, SPF do not filter out vitamin D. Hope that helps.

[@B1iss0ut]

Do infrared saunas have the same damaging effect on collagen as infrared radiation from the sun? And does anyone know what the difference is between infrared light (bad for collagen) and red light from LED (good for collagen)? Thanks

[@IAmCierraDawn]

I'd like to know as well lol 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@marthanevarez6932]

I was looking for this question and hoping for an answer @drdray

[@jd-um4jw]

Me too!! 🤗

[@snsjdjsmsjdjjd3653]

she did make a video about saunas and skin

[@MarissaCooperButPoor]

NIOD has an antioxidant serum called Survival 0 and I am curious to know if you think it shows some promise. To be honest, a NIOD review would be *much* appreciated Dr. Dray.

[@vetsai8199]

I second that!

[@alisonshafer9371]

Same!

[@vacationeyes6430]

💯

[@fraancescar-l7059]

Yes!!

[@Paperheartparticles]

Use this every day and would also love to hear her thoughts

[@kathleenmckenna8578]

Dr. Dray, you are so thorough and knowledgeable it is very interesting to listen to you. I appreciate all the info on aging. I am 60 and people think I am late 40’s. I don’t wear sunscreen, some in my makeup, however; I have been using quality/same makeup for 45 years, do not sunbath my face and always wear a hat. I sleep well and eat fairly decent. I have a little sagging of jowls but I have no wrinkles. I did start taking a collagen supplement too early to see improvement if any to be had. My mom has used same makeup for 45 years and she is 80, and people think she is late 60’s, little jowl sagging and no wrinkles. Some may be genetics, no sunbathing the face and excellent quality makeup line and never went to bed wearing makeup.

[@hanzhang2488]

i truly believe in marine collagen. it is not just for skin, it is for the whole body!

[@beebuzz959]

I used collagen for almost 2 years, don't smoke, didn't really go into the sun, and didn't notice any difference.

[@cns3433]

It's preventing aging not erasing it

[@Laughter17]

Can’t prevent aging...it will happen, same way you grew from a baby to an adult, you will age into an old person, unless you die before you get there...enjoy your life....

[@leigh1266]

Hi! I tried taking Vital Proteins and it literally made me sick!! It caused bad stomach issues like nausea and i wondered why! I agree about staying out of the sun i quit in my early 20s & i think wearing sunscreen is very important also i do see a difference when i eat lots if leafy green vegetables & eat fruit & 100% fruit juice. One thing i will say is cutting out coffee & switching healthy teas like matcha & oolong tea makes a huge difference. For some reason coffee seems to dehydrate my skin! I am sensitive to the acids in coffee so im fixing to work on cutting it out & switching back to tea. You give such great information & i learn a lot from your videos. Thank you for this!! 😊

[@cezardeguzman1350]

De Eric berg says that you need sunlight to get vit. D for a good skin.

[@MaiWhisper]

I've heard on another channel that sauerkraut has the most Vitamin C of all foods. It even surpasses all the citrus fruits. I haven't looked into this but I've been eating around a cup a day usually 5 times a week. I can't say what effect it's had on my health because I made so many beneficial changes in my life over a short amount of time, around 7 months.

[@Mistawongchong]

Collagen peptides definitely work for joint and skin health and elasticity in my long tested opinion .

[@amyestrada1966]

Dr Dray, is bone broth a good source for collagen??

[@birdlover7776]

Im not doc dray but YES

[@noufzailai1655]

@@birdlover7776 how often do you drink it

[@Lindasromperroom]

I have heard YES!

[@cloverajazz6743]

Sun is our friend is not an enemy,any living things need sun exposure just not for long though.

[@zannymarsh8457]

Hi Dr. Dray. Is tretinoin use contraindicated with red light therapy because of photosensitivity?

[@jesusdaniel6972]

I'm in my early thirties and started getting crazy cheek sagging. Even when I was doing everything to slow the aging process. I dropped all my serums (retinol, vitamin c, HA) used only ponds cream, watch my stress, eating, and sleep and 2 months later my face is plump like before. I feel it can get better but I didn't take any collagen except for home made bone broth. Natural sometimes is better than all the man made products

[@user-jl5lh9mq2b]

Dr. D. You are one of my favourite dermatologists. Thank you for going in to depth with what, when,why, how in your videos and just blatantly telling us how you feel. Thank you, thank you.

[@Brielle.33]

I wish I could go back and knock some sense into my hs self. I was super insecure with being pale and would sit in the sun for 3 hours , no sunscreen, in Phnx,AZ. Luckily I learned to love my skin and stopped tanning altogether, and use sunscreen everyday. 😊

[@starlitetimes6361]

I love pale skin!!!

[@janniebee9501]

From PHX. In 60s, having a tan was required. In PHX heat, I had to be DEDICATED to lay out even for 1/2 hour. I stopped when I was 18.

[@PachecoYusuf]

Hi Dr. Dray, I am concerned about what you said regarding Infrared Radiation. I use LED light therapy that in includes IR with the objective of increasing collagen. I read several research articles in PUBMED and PMC that conclude that Infrared irradiation provides safe and effective long-term stimulation of collagen I and III and elastin, which is beneficial for improving skin laxity and wrinkles. Could you clarify this as I'm confused.

[@CommanderRiker0]

Well this is two years old and clearly this woman doesn’t read comments. Most likely you are using a Near Infrared device, at least thats what you want in combination with red light

[@CptSquirrelX]

Instead of olive oil I use avocado oil. 🥑 Does that help at all building collagen?

[@soseberry517]

I take it to improve my knees for three months.. i like it for my knees hair and nails but i dont think its did a defrent on my skin maby i dont know but i use niaicnamaid vitamin c alfa arbutin tretinoin and hayaleronic acid.. so with time i think this make a defrent not the collagen because my body still the same

[@dr.tarasolomon6753]

Thank you for recommending hormone therapy. I specialize in it and now take it. So many women are afraid of hrt because of a cancer risk. Creams and patches are safe and effective AND of course, improve skin texture and appearance!

[@amperage8032]

Do you have a site?

[@curiousc9259]

Can I take HRT if I developed blood clots in my legs from birth control when I was a teenager? They made me stop using it. Now at 54 I'm almost depleted of Estrogen. I'm at 0.02 and haven't seen a doc since covid hit.

[@Sgtvalentini]

Just got my second PRP facial and I love the results more everyday, glad to hear I'm already doing most if not all of your other good habits

[@thestraightroad305]

What is a PRP facial? Thanks!

[@Sgtvalentini]

@@thestraightroad305 and it definitely stimulates my face to grow new collagen

[@thestraightroad305]

@@Sgtvalentini but what is it?

[@pepefrog330]

@@thestraightroad305 needles on ur face from the plasma they take from ur blood

[@deborah5303]

Will you please explain PRP facial.

[@tranism]

Microneedling, laser, sculptra. The trinity that boosted collagen production in my face. No supplement came close. Took almost a year to see results, but WORTH IT.

[@imaretromillenial1990]

What laser worked for you?

[@mrodri1394]

I heard sculptra is amazing. I’m 28, haven’t seen any wrinkles or hollowness but I’m tempted to try it. How did you like it?

[@tranism]

@@imaretromillenial1990 i had rolling acne scars on my cheek. laser type and depth is dependent on what issue you have. i got the scition pro-fractional laser which is ablative and had about a week's downtime.

[@tranism]

@@mrodri1394 I'm 40 and notice my nasolabial folds were saying HELLO, WE'RE HERE! There's no immediate result. But after a few weeks and months, it plumped back out.

[@mrodri1394]

@@tranism that’s awesome to know. Definitely a treatment I wanna try in the next few years.

[@Niawithnat]

Regarding estrogen, be very careful. If a woman has a uterus (some have had hysterectomies) estrogen will thicken the uterine wall. This is the reason there is a slightly higher risk of cancer with hrt. Estrogen alone is good for women without a uterus. If a woman still has a uterus, it is a good idea to include a bit of progesterone to stop the thickening of the uterine lining.

[@paulag7635]

I think it does help if you are losing hair , brittle nails

[@lorieborges4845]

Dr. Dray: as Mother's day is coming up....any updates you can share about your dear mom? We miss her!!

[@crysb5099]

I really like her. Hope she is well

[@donnabolt5847]

The only thing I'm confused about is the red light. It causes damage to our collagen but its proven to help with red light therapy. Can you explain that? Great videos.. I get so excited and have changed so much of my self care ❤

[@kneecute6317]

I’d like to know about the red light also because I’ve been using it on wrinkles 😲

[@donnabolt5847]

@@kneecute6317 let's hope she replies!! I was using it on my head and legs because it was supposed to help with my pain from ms

[@meganNefarious]

She's talking about infrared radiation from the sun... Red light and near infrared are different...they are at a specific wave length that are beneficial to the skin.

[@DrDrayzday]

see my video on red light

[@vacationeyes6430]

The supplement in your thumbnail, is currently sitting on my Amazon cart. The timing of this video is spooky.

[@HollyL56]

It’s a good one though.

[@maddynavarro77]

Check out Dr. Youn KZbin channel, they've done studies and saw results by taking collagen.

[@HollyL56]

@@maddynavarro77 I love it. Been taking it for over 3 years and won’t be without it.

[@maddynavarro77]

@@HollyL56 Me too! I don't like putting this on her channel but I feel some should know is all. Dr. Anthony Youn talks about the study that was done and how the elasticity was better after taking the collagen. To each their own, right?! ☺️ Have a beautiful day! ❤️

[@HollyL56]

@@maddynavarro77 I understand, but I don’t have a problem speaking up regarding something I know has worked for me. We are all different and it very well may not work for some. However, it can’t be stated that it doesn’t work at all because I know that’s not true. I do feel there is a likely chance many don’t give it enough time to see results or the results may be very subtle etc. Have a great day🙂

[@LoveSource1111]

Bamboo extract is a good way to get enough silica to make collagen in the body too.

[@roseanndiguglielmo7647]

Fresh parsley is rich in vitamin c. I put half cup of fresh parsley in my protein shake everyday

[@vojtabfit]

Happy Monday!

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Monday

[@maisha303]

Dr Dray, you always talk about the blue light exposure from laptops and cellphones. In order to prevent that, if i use yellow light (such features are available in devices and if they are not available then there are apps for that. For example, I use an app for yellow light in laptop) in my laptop and cellphone, will that mean that I'm successfully protecting myself from blue light exposure?

[@kikukotanaka9599]

Hello. You mentioned that infrared radiation (light) destroys collagen. This is contradictory to the general assumption that the combination of red and near-infrared light boosts collagen. How can we make sense of this contradiction?

[@x0-x0]

Their wavelength are different. If they are the same, the led mask is not going to work and become an insult to your skin.

[@adeliawilliams4884]

Question about psoriasis and UV treatment? How does this help psoriasis, if it's damaging the collagen and immune system, or does it work differently for psoriasis patients?

[@jocelynamado1351]

i friggin love how smart Dr Dray is.

[@Absintheskiss]

It's called 'Beauty Sleep' for a reason. Thank you.

[@johnb7736]

Being a skin Doctor I guess you don't think vitamin D is important. Getting sun 20 minutes a day and boosting D levels to healthy levels is well worth the minor risk to my skin.

[@sullivanlt]

So I’ve been using retinoids and sunscreen forever. I started daily spf use (not perfect, but daily) when I was 9. Then, prescription retinoids at age 11. I did that for my acne and didn’t worry about wrinkles. Now, going on 16, I can confidently say that I am aging slower than my peers. When I raise my eyebrows all the way, I have 2 fine lines but when my peers in the same age group do the same, they have 2-5 deep wrinkles. Thank you so much for all you do for us, as a dermatologist and as a skin mentor.

[@sarahvera3877]

bro what ... ur not even 18.. what are u doing here lmao

[@hopeislandful]

@@sarahvera3877 right I'm crying lol he's saying he doesn't have wrinkles at 16 lol

[@momwifenurselife]

So heat is bad for my skin? So no more saunas? Also, my doctor said to put moist heat on my eyes for my scarred cornea… Is this heat going to age the skin around my eyes?

[@lisathompson191]

What do you think about taking vitamin K2+D3? And what about saw palmetto? I hear that it can help build collagen.

[@chines68]

I'm 71 and has a hysterectomy at 42. Despite that huge women's study that showed the positive correlation between estrogen and development of breast cancer, I read the research closely and decided that all the benefits of estrogen were worth it. I also keep up with self-checks of breast tissue and overall symptoms of illness. Now people are asking why I have no wrinkling in my face. I admit I work outside all summer long, and it's hard to keep up with sun exposure, but I really believe the estrogen is helpful. Women were never meant to live past menopause, so there are many negative effects that transpire when the estrogen is missing.

[@precocioussceptic4967]

I read a very good article regarding biological theories on why women outlive their reproductive years and it has to do with helping their daughters with caregiving. It’s called the grandmother hypothesis

[@karmelicanke]

A friend has been taking estrogen for 30 yrs and looks 30 yrs younger than her 76 yrs. My mother, however, using HRT for maybe 10 yrs died of multiple cancers attributed to estrogen supplementation.

[@chines68]

@@precocioussceptic4967 Interesting! I will look that up!!

[@margaretr5701]

The study you're referring to, by WHI, was proven to be extremely flawed, Dr's took women off HRT, mostly premarin at the time, and women were left suffering. There are better options now, but it's taken years.

[@thebackroads7074]

I drink a daily tea, with Collagen and such and yeah, I'm sure the years of bein' a Mom and Grandma have taken a toll on my earned grin and skin...lol...but what of the Surfer Girl, Doc? They always look so young and seem to age pretty well, tan and all? Is it that salt water and zinc oxide that graces their faces?...lol...I have learned so much just watching your kind flow and info and I am thankful to now know how to protect my skin this summer chasing after my grandkids at that pool....lol. Have a great week, Doc! 😎

[@rebeccaconklin1679]

One theme I hear in this video is that adding 'good' products or habits mostly DOESN'T balance any 'bad' products or habits. So, I'm working on ceasing to use processed foods, especially sugar. I see some progress with reduced processed foods, especially sugar, but Dr Dray makes me realize I need to go the distance. And thanks for the reality check!☺

[@phoenixrising8007]

Here’s a truthbomb 💥 Sugar rusts our body from the inside out. It really is a drug thats now man made GMO from beets instead of the naturally derived sugarcane

[@Camis419]

I love your content. I had no idea about estrogen creams! Can I use it as a 35 year old?

[@sistagaia]

I like to eat things that boost collagen production. Vitamin C, Vitamin E, water and eating high antioxidant foods. I do this in conjunction with a skin care regime that's great for retaining collagen.

[@tinapearlsound7611]

"Happy Monday" always reminds me of the Happy Mondays, one of my fav early 90s bands. Songs like Kinky afro, Step on etc.🎶💜 I "highly recommend" as Dr. Dray likes to say😊