Are there really any benefits to Edible Bird's Nest?
In this episode a sick Mr. Lam explores whether or not Edible Birds Nest (EBN) has any scientific basis to its claims. This is the first episode in a short series aimed to unveil the science (or lack of science) in traditional Chinese Medicines (TCM).
The short answer is that studies have been done that demonstrate increases B cell activation in mice fed EBN. Lab studies on simulated human skin also show a decrease in pigment formation, which results in whiter appearing skin. Feel free to help yourself to the long answer with the links below!
Links to Scientific Articles:
EBN helped increase B cells in mice after subjecting them to intestinal damage, but not T cells
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Improved bone mass and skin regeneration in rats that had their ovaries removed:
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Birds nest, like many supplements on the market, have a huge range in composition depending on what brand you buy from. The good ones are mainly glycoproteins and sugars
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Surprisingly, the short answer is that is could serve as an immune booster
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Bird's Nest was found to suppress melanin (skin pigmentation) development in 3D human skin models:
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Edible Birds Nest: Do Chinese Medicines Work?
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