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Elastokines are small, active pieces of protein that come from breaking down elastin. Elastin is an important protein that helps tissues like the lungs, skin, blood vessels, and ligaments stay stretchy and strong. Normally, elastin doesn't change much in healthy tissues. However, elastokines are made all the time when enzymes called elastases break down elastin. This happens during changes in the body, as we age, or when there are health issues.
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