Proline, an essential amino acid and is a precursor, along with vitamin C, of collagen. Collagen is a building block of tendons, ligaments, arteries, veins and muscles the heart muscle in particular; collagen also helps heal cartilage, and cushions joints and vertebrae.

L-Proline is an amino acid that is essential for the synthesis of collagen, the most abundant protein in mammals. Collagen is the main structural protein that constitutes all human connective tissues, including skin, tendons, ligaments, joints, bone, and vasculature (veins and arteries). L-Proline therefore provides building blocks that help to stabilize and strengthen the structural components of the body. Although proline can be made in the body, low protein and vegetarian diets may not provide optimal support for the production of collagen.

Proline is important in wound healing, cartilage building, and in flexible joints and muscle support. It also helps reduce the sagging, wrinkling, and aging of skin resulting from exposure to the sun. It is important to eat adequate amounts of protein so that our natural production of L-Proline can be maintained therefore; we can keep healthy and look younger.

This natural amino acid L-Proline is available over the counter in capsule, tablet, and powder forms. It is commonly sold at your local or internet health food store under name brands like Source Naturals and Now Foods. Always purchase name brand vitamins to ensure that you receive a product that is pharmaceutical grade pure and of high quality.

*Statements contained herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Amino acid L-Proline is not intended to diagnose, treat and cure or prevent disease. Always consult with your professional health care provider before changing any medication or adding Vitamins to medications.

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