Skin Support Mushroom Blend | Benefits of Mushroom For Dogs

Skin Health 

Luna - photo credit Amanda Quinn

Luna - American Hairless Terrier - photo credit Amanda Quinn

 

 

SKIN IS OUR PETS LARGEST ORGAN

With Reishi containing over 400 different bioactive compounds, its ability to promote skin health along with tremella's impressive effects on skin health, together they create a powerhouse to retain skin moisture, boost collagen production, and reduce inflammation.

Our SKIN SUPPORT MEDICINAL MUSHROOM BLEND may benefit hairless pets, dry skin issues, skin rashes, hot spots, and the collagen-boosting properties could benefit those dogs with collapsing trachea. 

TREMELLA  FUCIFORMIS

Due to the formation of gelatinous fruit bodies, the Tremella species belong to the family known as jelly mushrooms.

Tremella fuciformis – also known as "snow mushroom" or "beauty mushroom"- is known to mimic the hydrating benefits of hyaluronic acid.

From a dietary perspective, Tremella fuciformis is nutritiously rich in polysaccharides, proteins, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals. The Tremella fuciformis polysaccharides (TPS) have proven to have positive biological effects, including but not limited to:

  • Memory reparation
  • Restores moisture loss
  • Fights free radicals to help prevent sun damage
  • Skin hydration
  • Boost Collagen production

Tremella fuciformis can suppress damage caused to human skin fibroblasts. Pre-treatment with Tremella fuciformis led to a decrease in reactive oxygen species (ROS) and cell death demonstrating the potential for Tremella fuciformis therapy against oxidative-stress-induced skin disease and aging. (study)

The polysaccharides in tremella also forms a flexible film on the skin that locks in moisture, smooths and lends to increase elasticity. 

Tremella can boost collagen production, reduce the appearance of acne, and enhance skin appearance. 

Tremella's antioxidant properties have been shown to aid in reducing inflammation in the skin related to hot spots irritation, acne, and skin redness.

REISHI

Known as the "mushroom of immortality," reishi mushrooms have been used for centuries in Asia to help fight infections and cancers when used along with medical therapies.
They are deeply hydrating, antioxidant-rich adaptogens (substances that help the body to adapt to stress and fatigue), and contain immune-boosting properties that pose both internal and external benefits including but not limited to:
  • Anti-tumorigenic
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Alleviates redness and irritation of the skin
  • Balances histamine levels and helps alleviate seasonal allergies

Reishi helps to stabilize the mast cells to inhibit their release of histamine. Histamines are released by mast cells in reaction to allergens or pathogenic invaders.  Itching, runny nose, eye irritation, and redness of mucous membranes are the result of an overactive response. In our fur babies, this can look like excessive scratching/chewing, sneezing, wheezing, or runny discharge from the eyes or nose. (Study)

Martin Powell, a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner, biochemist, author, and mushroom expert, weighs in on administering reishi mushrooms for dogs with allergies:

“Ganoderma lucidum (reishi) as immunonutrition, with its unique array of compounds working in concert, could play a major role in current treatment practices for histamine-mediated allergic response. Ganoderma lucidum (reishi) is an effective agent to restore the normal balance between the TH1 and TH2 immune states in patients with histamine-mediated immune responses. Such an approach treats the underlying cause for the TH2 condition.” (Link)

 

 

Photo credit: Sally Hull

Combining Tremella and Reishi creates a synergistic effect of the two mushrooms, creating a powerhouse of benefits for the skin. 

Our SKIN SUPPORT BLEND may benefit hairless pets by keeping their skin hydrated and reducing acne, pets with allergy symptoms by reducing hot spots and rashes

 

Ready to Boost Your Dog's Skin Health?

Work with Donna today and discover how tailored nutrition plans can transform your dog's health and well-being. 

 

References

  1. Dog’s Naturally Magazine
  2. Royal Veterinary College
  3. Adored Beast
  4. CBD Oil Studies
  5. Functional Hypothyroidism in Dogs

 

Disclaimer: This information is intended to provide general information only. Each animal's health situation is unique. This information is not intended for use in the diagnosis or treatment of specific health problems or diseases and should never be considered a substitute for veterinary advice.

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