Exploring the Benefits of Mushrooms with Dr. Roach

Can mushrooms play a role in supporting immune health in veterinary patients? In this episode of Clinician’s Brief Partner Podcast, host Dr. Beth and Dr. Brad Roach explore the science behind mushrooms and beta glucans, their immune-boosting properties, and the latest options in veterinary supplements. Dr. Roach shares what we know about these powerful fungi and how they can be integrated into today’s veterinary care.

Sponsored by Standard Process

Resource:

• https://www.standardprocess.com/products/mushroom-complex

References: 

1. Vojtek B, Mojžišová J, Smrčo P, Drážovská, M. Effects of orally administered β – 1,3/1,6 – glucan on vaccination responses and immunological parameters in dogs. Food and Agricultural Immunol. 2017;28:993-1002.
2. Haladová E, Mojžišová J, Smrčo P, et al. Immunomodulatory effect of glucan on specific and nonspecific immunity after vaccination in puppies. Acta Vet Hung. 2011;59(1):77-86.
3. Brown DC, Reetz J. Single agent polysaccharopeptide delays metastases and improves survival in naturally occurring hemangiosarcoma. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2012;2012:384301.

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The Team:

Beth Molleson, DVM - Host

Taylor Argo - Sound Editing, Producer, & Project Manager, Brief Studio