FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Melatonin?

Melatonin is a hormone that is secreted by the pineal gland to regulate sleep in response to light and darkness. The rhythm of melatonin secretion is regulated by the body’s master internal clock, or “biological clock,” a group of nerve cells in the brain’s hypothalamus known as the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN). Melatonin type 2 receptors of the SCN receive information from the eyes about the amount of light present in the environment. With darkness, more melatonin is released; eighty percent of melatonin production occurs at night
Melatonin is hormone that is naturally produced in your brain. It helps to control your day-night rhythm, by making you feel sleepy when it’s dark. It likely has other functions as well. Melatonin supplements are usually synthetic, but they can also be extracted from animals or other organisms. When you take melatonin supplements, they work the same way as the naturally occurring version of the hormone.

What is Collagen Types 1 & 3?

Collagen Types 1 & 3 helps support hair, skin, nails, tendons, ligaments and bones. It also helps support joint comfort, mobility and quality of life. Collagen is the major structural protein in the body's joints. Collagen Types 1 & 3 contains pure collagen protein enzymatically hydrolyzed into component amino acids for optimal utilization by the body.

How does it work?

With age, we naturally begin to decrease melatonin synthesis, which can occasionally affect maintenance of healthy sleep patterns. Melatonin supports the maintenance of sleep patterns dictated by our biological clock.
Type I collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and the major protein found in skin providing strength and resiliency. Type 3 collagen is found at high levels in cardiovascular tissue and also in newly developing skin. Types 1 & 3 collagen are often found together in the same tissues because each form complements the structural integrity of the other. Collagen is essential for rejuvenation and renewal of every tissue throughout the body requires the production of newly synthesized collagen.

Why should I take Collagen Types 1 & 3?

Collagen synthesis is a continuous process that includes production of newly synthesized collagen. However, this process can become less efficient as we age leading to decreased renewal of old tissue. This effect of aging results in the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, skin blemishes and discoloration and an aged look. Collagen Types 1 & 3 provide amino acids that are building blocks for the growth, maintenance and integrity of collagen-rich tissues. This supports rejuvenation of the body’s healthy structure as it ages.

What is the difference between collagen types I, II, and III? Can I take all three at once?

Type I is the most abundant collagen in the body and is in high concentrations in blood vessels, tendons, skin and muscle tissue. Type III is used by the body for quick repairs and is often a precursor to type I. Type II is the major component of hyaline cartilage in joint tissue. Taking all together would likely yield an increase in the building blocks that are needed by the body to support connective tissue in many different areas.

What is the raw material of the Collagen Types 1 & 3?

Hydrolyzed Bovine Collagen.

Should I mix with protein other supplements?

AloeCure Beauty Rest should not be taken with protein powder supplements to ensure optimal absorption. The product can still be taken concurrently with a protein supplement however; the supplements should not be taken at the same time.

Is it OK to take Collagen Type 2 with Collagen Types 1 and 3, or do they compete with each other for absorption?

They do not compete. To some extent, both would be digested in the GI tract and provide building blocks to the body for connective tissue support. Type I is the most abundant collagen in the body and is in high concentrations in blood vessels, tendons, skin and muscle tissue. Type III is used by the body for quick repairs and is often a precursor to type I. Type II is the major component of hyaline cartilage in joint tissue. Taking all together would likely yield an increase in the building blocks that are needed by the body to support connective tissue in many different areas.

What is the country of origin for this product?

AloeCure Melatonin + Collagen is quality tested and manufactured in the United States using GMP certified manufacturers and ingredients. We source raw materials from around the world and ingredients are subject to intense testing and verification regardless of geography of origin.