Tremella fuciformis polysaccharide (beauty mushroom)
What it is
Known as snow fungus or silver ear mushroom, Tremella contains polysaccharides structurally similar to hyaluronic acid with demonstrated water-holding capacity. Traditional Chinese medicine uses it as a yin-nourishing beauty food. Cell studies confirm it stimulates fibroblast proliferation and hyaluronic acid production. Almost no clinical trial data for oral supplementation. Extremely safe as a traditional food ingredient.
Dose
1,000–3,000 mg/day Tremella extract standardised to polysaccharide content; or include dried tremella in soups
Time of day & tips
Can be eaten as a traditional food in sweet soups. As a supplement, take with water daily. Allow 8–12 weeks for any skin hydration effects. Extremely safe. Better evidence exists for topical hyaluronic acid.
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