Supplements combining hydrolysed collagen, magnesium and vitamin C can help look after bones and joints. Collagen provides the amino acids that form part of the collagen present in cartilage, tendons and bones; vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones and cartilage; and magnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal bones. Combining these nutrients is a practical way to support the daily care of bones and joints.

Hydrolysed collagen provides the amino acids that form part of the collagen present in cartilage, tendons and bones. Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones and cartilage, while magnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal bones. Together, these nutrients play complementary roles in helping to look after bones and joints.

The best supplement for bones and joints depends on your needs and preferences. If you are looking for a supplement for the daily care of cartilage, tendons and bones, a formula with hydrolysed collagen, magnesium and vitamin C can be a very complete option. If you would rather have an alternative without ingredients of animal origin, Ana Maria LaJusticia® Collagen Amino Acids are suitable for people following a vegetarian or vegan diet.

Within the Ana Maria Lajusticia® range for joints, Collagen with Magnesium is the best seller: it provides hydrolysed collagen and the mineral cofactor in a single formula. If you want to add vitamin C (which activates collagen formation in the body), Collagen with Magnesium + Vitamin C is the most complete option. For an approach more focused on joint comfort and discomfort that is already present, Magnesio Total 5 with Devil's Claw combines magnesium with devil's claw.

Take 6 to 9 tablets a day, split between breakfast and dinner, with water. If your supplement does not include vitamin C, combine it with foods rich in this vitamin, such as orange, kiwi or strawberries, since it contributes to normal collagen formation. If you choose a powder or stick format, follow the dose stated on the pack. Consistency is key: the benefits of collagen are usually noticed after several weeks of continued use.

How long depends on your goal and on each person, although most studies assess its benefits after at least three months of continued use. Changes in the skin are usually noticed sooner, while joints and cartilage may need longer, more consistent use. In many cases, supplementation is recommended for between 3 and 6 months, always alongside a balanced diet.

Collagen with magnesium has few contraindications. Magnesium can have a laxative effect at high doses in sensitive people; marine collagen is not suitable for people with a fish allergy; and collagens of animal origin are not suitable for vegetarians or vegans (in that case, Collagen Amino Acids are the plant-based alternative). It is not recommended in severe kidney failure. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication, always check with your doctor.