As we age, the body’s natural collagen production declines, leading to wrinkles, sagging skin and even joint stiffness.1
Collagen is a structural protein, essential for maintaining the health and integrity of our skin, bones and other connective tissue, like joints. Slowing down the natural decline of collagen production important to preserving human vitality. Tremella mushroom, also known as silver ear mushroom or snow fungus, is a wild, edible mushroom that has been traditionally used in Chinese medicine for its health benefits, including its potential to boost collagen production.2
Shown to have better moisture retention than hyaluronic acid, Tremella mushroom offers natural polysaccharides that have significant effect on increasing collagen production in human skin fibroblasts.3 Additionally, reports have found that tremella mushroom extract protects against ultraviolet B-induced photoaging by regulating the expression of matrix metalloproteinases and type I procollagen.4 Oxidative stress and inflammation can contribute to breakdown of collagen in the body. Furthermore, the rich antioxidant properties of tremella mushroom may contribute to its support of skin, bone and joint health.5
In our recent vegan collagen booster formula, tremella mushroom is paired with other known skin health ingredients, such as: l-lysine, bamboo silica, Yuth ™, acerola cherry, sea buckthorn polyphenols and a hydration complex to offer a tasty, low-dose, RTD mix that everyone (vegan or not) can enjoy!