Gelatine and better sleep ?
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Just be aware that gelatin can be a trigger for anyone who suffers cold sores/the dreaded H virus (that more people have in the US than DON'T have it now... It's higher on Arginine, and folks with that virus need a better Lysine/Arginine ratio...0
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I just use hydrolyzed collagen. Mixed with cold water just fine. I don't really know what's different than gelatin about it, but I'm getting what I need from it in a super easy to use form. I just add it to coffee and water0
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KnitOrMiss wrote: »Just be aware that gelatin can be a trigger for anyone who suffers cold sores/the dreaded H virus (that more people have in the US than DON'T have it now... It's higher on Arginine, and folks with that virus need a better Lysine/Arginine ratio...
Oy vey. Thank you for that tip! I do get cold sores and I detest them. Maybe I'll stay away from the gelatin.I was wondering how you "take" gelatin? I also have some good 'ol Knox brand, and would like to start using it, just curious how other people "get it in?"
You mix/make it like jello. Brew your favorite tea, add a sweetener (inulin, monk fruit), add gelatin mix, chill, eat. Qty of water is as per box instructions.
Dan
I wonder if it comes in pill form, I will have to check the health food store, although after I do the research on the link between that and cold sores...
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Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »Gelatin... hmm, I guess that makes sense. Tagging to follow. Always looking for was to enhance meno-sleep.
Ha. Me too. I seem to wake up every hour convinced that what I've just dreamt is real. It would be kind of fun, except that I need some rest.
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KnitOrMiss wrote: »Just be aware that gelatin can be a trigger for anyone who suffers cold sores/the dreaded H virus (that more people have in the US than DON'T have it now... It's higher on Arginine, and folks with that virus need a better Lysine/Arginine ratio...
Oy vey. Thank you for that tip! I do get cold sores and I detest them. Maybe I'll stay away from the gelatin.I was wondering how you "take" gelatin? I also have some good 'ol Knox brand, and would like to start using it, just curious how other people "get it in?"
You mix/make it like jello. Brew your favorite tea, add a sweetener (inulin, monk fruit), add gelatin mix, chill, eat. Qty of water is as per box instructions.
Dan
I wonder if it comes in pill form, I will have to check the health food store, although after I do the research on the link between that and cold sores...
Collagen is the flip side of it that seems to not be high in that amino acid, @dietbepsi... Chocolate is on the risk list, as are a few other normal foods for me. I added the Lysine, and have yet to have a recurrence (knock on wood) despite some really stressful times that normally would have done me in. I'd love to see if your research corresponds with mine.
And yes, they do sell it in capsules, I've seen it somewhere. But there are other joint compounds that might be more beneficial than just straight gelatin...0 -
As a result of this thread, yesterday I ordered gelatin collagen hydrolysate:amazon.com/Great-Lakes-Gelatin-Collagen-Hydrolysate/dp/B005KG7EDU/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1459886371&sr=1-1&keywords=collagen+great+lakes . The reviews are great, and I hope it's as helpful as it appears. It doesn't gel; it can be mixed into any liquid, yogurt, etc.0
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This is the one I use. It's not a gelatin either. The label info is very different from the one @wheatlessgirl66 linked. I don't know enough about it to have any ideas about what constitutes such a difference and whether it matters at all.
Bulksupplements Pure Hydrolyzed Collagen (Bovine) Powder (250 grams) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015YG2MTQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_ctebxbEKDH17X0 -
wheatlessgirl66 wrote: »As a result of this thread, yesterday I ordered gelatin collagen hydrolysate:amazon.com/Great-Lakes-Gelatin-Collagen-Hydrolysate/dp/B005KG7EDU/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1459886371&sr=1-1&keywords=collagen+great+lakes . The reviews are great, and I hope it's as helpful as it appears. It doesn't gel; it can be mixed into any liquid, yogurt, etc.
This is what I use also - tasteless and odourless. I'm quite happy with it. Not sure about sleep help tho as I mix it into my morning coffee.
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KnitOrMiss wrote: »Just be aware that gelatin can be a trigger for anyone who suffers cold sores/the dreaded H virus (that more people have in the US than DON'T have it now... It's higher on Arginine, and folks with that virus need a better Lysine/Arginine ratio...
A great reminder. Also a great reminder that this, and many other "remedies" are not "fads" etc. they are HOW IT WAS DONE (invoke chicken soup again). But yes, not every remedy is appropriate for everyone.0 -
This is the one I use, and what it helps. Their website mentions it helping with sleep too.
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