As life expectancy has increased over the past few decades and global fertility rates in general have continuously declined – especially in industrialized countries – there has been a clear demographic shift. In almost every country, the number of people aged over 60 years is growing faster than any other age group. It could be said that this population ageing is a manifestation of successful public health policies and socioeconomic development. However, it also challenges society to adapt, in order to maximize health and quality of life with advancing age. Healthy ageing is paramount if older people are to remain independent and play a part in family and community life.

COLLAGEN PEPTIDES – PROMISING ALL-ROUNDERS FOR HEALTH IMPROVEMENT
Limited physical performance, muscle loss, depletion of structural proteins in skin, bones and cartilage, as well as degenerative joint diseases, are just a few of the problems associated with ageing. People who want ...