Strong bones are more than solid—they’re living, adaptive tissue built on a scaffold of collagen. According to the article on IndiaTV News, collagen forms the structural matrix of bones and vitamin C plays a crucial role in helping that matrix hold together.

The logic works like this: as bones grow and remodel, they don’t simply accumulate mineral; they need a framework (collagen) that allows flexibility and resilience. When collagen production or stability falls, bones may become brittle even if they appear dense. Research supports this: lower vitamin C levels are associated with higher risk of osteoporosis and fractures.

Meanwhile, collagen supplementation in clinical settings (often paired with calcium and vitamin D) has shown improvements in bone-mineral density, especially in older adults.