Did You Know The Uses Of Gelatin?

Did you know that gelatin is good not just for the jiggy-wiggly jelly, but for your skin, hair and body too? Read on to know more.

  • Kishori Sud
  • Her Zindagi Editorial
  • Updated - 2018-11-15, 19:04 IST
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Did you know that the ingredient which gives structure to our favourite jelly, is a collagen derivative, which is the most abundant protein found in human bodies? This product when consumed as food item does a lot for your body. It has many skin and hair care benefits too. Here is a list of what all this powerful ingredient can do for you.

Gut Linings

Eating oily, junk food often irritates the gut lining and damages it. Gelatin forms a protective layer on those linings when consuming in the food. This prevents the irritation and allows the gut lining to heal.

Makes Bones & Joints Stronger

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Osteoporosis, joint pain are common problems these days and gelatin helps you to get rid of it. The product makes up connective tissues for your bones. It also has a variety of minerals in it including calcium and magnesium. This ingredient thus helps in slowing down the process of ageing and gives you healthier bone joints. If you are suffering from inflamed joint or arthritis, gelatin can be of great help.

Liver Detoxification

Gelatin contains glycine, which helps in liver detoxification. This process is not only important to keep our digestive system healthy but also keeps our skin beautiful.

Prevents Stretch Marks

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Consuming gelatin can help you to prevent the stretch marks especially during pregnancy. It promotes skin elasticity and firmness. Along with using stretch mark creams, add gelatin to your daily diet to see visible differences.

Helps In Maintaining Youthful Skin

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Adding gelatin to your diet helps to make your skin healthy, toned and firm. It promotes cell regeneration which leads to fewer wrinkles, fine lines and sagging of the skin.

Skin Tightening

You can prevent your skin from sagging by using a basic gelatin and water mask. The mask works on the pores by shrinking them and thus gives the skin a toned and tighter look.

Removes Blackhead

Gelatin can also be your best friend when want to get rid of blackheads. It is the perfect chemical peel for all those who think that scrub granule are too harsh and store-bought chemical peels are not suitable for their sensitive skin.

Remove Facial Hair

May either get their facial hair waxed or threaded but it is a painful experience. To do it easily at home, gelatin can be a saviour. A gelatin mask with turmeric helps to remove all hair from your face and keeps it smooth and clean.

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Strengthening The Hair

Our hair is made up of protein and lack of protein in the body can cause hair fall. If you add gelatin to your diet, you are bound to have healthy hair growth and maintenance. You can also help your hair from outside by adding gelatin in your hair care routine.

DIY Hair Gels

Many women stay away from lacquers and hair holding sprays as they are often full of chemicals which makes the hair dry and damaged. To keep your hairstyle in place naturally, you can use homemade hair gel made from gelatin. Just add half a teaspoon of gelatin powder in a cup of water along with a few drops of lavender oil and a tablespoon of aloe gel. This holds the hair in place, prevents the fly-away from showing up and makes the hair look shiny.

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