Furthermore, multiple studies have demonstrated that collagen peptides can inhibit the expression of pro-inflammatory factors, such as tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-), interleukin-1 beta (IL-1), IL-6, IL-8, inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), in fibroblasts and keratinocytes, thereby mitigating inflammatory responses [32, 33]
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They require long-term use to maintain results, and stopping these medications too soon can lead to weight gain or issues with blood sugar control
Within a few months, Vieira witnessed her total daily insulin dose and body weight rise and post-meal blood sugars become harder to manage once again