Dr. Im E-seok

Dr. Im E-seok of Im E-seok Theme Dermatology appeared on a special Channel A feature.

The Protein Revolution: Changing Biological Age

Collagen makes up one-third of the structural proteins in the body.

If you are exposed to a lot of sunlight, more pigment is produced and elasticity also decreases. In addition, your skin can become very sensitive, and redness may appear on your face.

In the dermis layer of our skin, there is collagen, which is what gives the skin its elasticity. The skin needs collagen to be properly formed in order to stay firm and not sag, but ultraviolet rays and other factors destroy collagen, causing sagging and wrinkles. As collagen decreases, wrinkles increase and skin elasticity decreases.

It is best to avoid the strong sunlight between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., and if you do want to be exposed to ultraviolet rays, start with 5 minutes and then gradually increase it to 10 minutes, 15 minutes, and so on. Receiving a large amount of ultraviolet radiation all at once causes greater skin damage.

Since hair is made of protein, eating foods that contain a balanced variety of nutrients such as protein, antioxidant components, and iodine, while controlling ultraviolet exposure and not getting too much sunlight, can help to some extent with hair loss.

June 7, 2020, Channel A special feature <The Protein Revolution: Changing Biological Age>