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You can get B-vitamins from many foods, Dr. Vergara-Wijangco says, including whole grains, almonds, meat, fish, seafood and dark, leafy greens. 

Fish and Shellfish 

“Like other animals, fish and shellfish have bones and ligaments made of collagen,” Dr. Vergara-Wijangco says. “Some people have claimed marine collagen is one of the most easily absorbed. But while your lunchtime tuna sandwich or dinnertime salmon can certainly add to your collagen intake, be aware that the ‘meat’ of fish contains less collagen than other, less desirable parts. We don’t tend to consume the parts of fish that are highest in collagen, like the head, scales, or eyeballs.”

Garlic

A teaspoon of garlic on your pasta or in your sautéed veggies does more than just add intense flavor — it provides a collagen boost. 

“Garlic is high in sulfur, which is a trace mineral that helps synthesize and prevent the breakdown of collagen,” Dr. Vergara-Wijangco says. “It’s important to note, however, that how much you consume matters. You probably need a lot of it to reap the collagen benefits. But with its many benefits, it’s worth considering garlic part of your regular diet.”