Our most recent episode of the Lifespan podcast is on the science of looking younger, longer (Episode 6). In this episode, one of the topics Matt and I cover is our skin and the importance of collagen in maintaining skin health. Collagen is a protein that is a key component in the makeup of our bones, connective tissue, and skin. It is the most abundant protein in the body. Three fourths of our skin is collagen and a third of all the protein in our bodies is collagen. As we age however, collagen