Treating acne naturally with vital mushrooms

Over 80% of people in the western world are affected by acne at some point in their lives. The increasing numbers among adults are striking. Medicinal mushrooms can help treat acne from the inside out.

Acne develops when various factors come together: At the same time as increased sebum production, more horny cells are formed, which overlay the sebaceous glands. The sebum can therefore not drain away. This leads to a congestion. The pores enlarge and the number of sebum-decomposing bacteria increases. This leads to inflammation, pimples and pustules. Hormones are one of the main causes of acne.

Acne during puberty and stress

In the case of increased sensitivity to sex hormones, the complaints mainly appear in times of hormonal change, for example in puberty, during the course of the menstrual cycle or in the menopause. It is less well known that acne can also develop during times of stress – due to the release of stress hormones. Due to their hormonal balancing effect, the medicinal mushrooms cordyceps and reishi can bring relief in both cases. Reishi is also highly valued for its anti-inflammatory effect.

Acne can also be closely related to dairy products (especially whey proteins) and sugar consumption. Both components lead to an increase in the hormone insulin and thus to a strong stimulation of sebaceous glands and horny cells. Furthermore, in the case of milk produced in factory farming, the strong hormone load of the milk itself can also be problematic.

Skin and gut belong together

Excess weight with belly fat can also have a negative effect on the balance of hormones. In this case, a sustainable weight loss is advisable. This can be achieved with the help of Maitake and Reishi . Overall, a change in diet is important in many cases. A wholesome, alkaline diet creates a good basis for health.

A healthy digestive system can already significantly reduce the risk of severe acne. Vital mushrooms are particularly helpful here because they are among the prebiotics. This means that they promote healthy intestinal bacteria. An intact intestinal flora is an important basis for healthy skin.

Vital mushrooms to alleviate acne

Digestive disorders, food intolerances or gastritis are often found in acne patients. Here the complementary use of Hericium is recommended. Indisposition after eating and flatulence can also indicate that the small intestine is overgrown with germs that do not belong there. For the mycotherapeutic treatment of small intestinal overgrowth, the Coriolus is recommended.

In the combination Hericium, Cordyceps and Reishi, the important detoxification organs kidneys, lungs and liver are supported at the same time. The skin detoxifies especially when other detoxification organs are at their limits. Polyporus, together with reishi, has proven particularly effective for young acne sufferers. Polyporus supports the removal of waste products via the lymphatic system. The multi-layered detoxifying abilities of medicinal mushrooms also come into play in special forms, such as acne caused by medicines, cosmetics or anabolic steroids.

Improve all factors with vital mushrooms

Individually adjusted, intestinal rehabilitation, reduction of inflammation and regulation of the hormonal situation are important therapeutic measures in the treatment of acne. Each of these areas can be favourably influenced with the help of vital mushrooms.

Note: Please seek advice from a therapist before use.