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Study on Natures Immuno and Its Effect on LPS-Induced Inflammation

Clinical Trials & Research 4 min read

The immune system plays a critical role in protecting pets and humans from infections, environmental stressors, and disease. However, one important aspect of immune health that is often overlooked is inflammation. While inflammation is a natural defense response, excessive or chronic inflammation can contribute to many health problems in pets, including allergies, infections, and even cancer.

For many years, veterinarians and pet parents have used NHV Natures Immuno

For many years, veterinarians and pet parents have used NHV Natures Immuno, a natural mushroom-based supplement, to help support immune health in dogs and cats. The formulation contains a blend of medicinal mushrooms, including Turkey Tail, Reishi, Cordyceps, Shiitake, and Agaricus blazei, which are known for their immune-supportive compounds such as beta-glucans.

Although NHV Natures Immuno has been used by pet owners for a long time, scientists wanted to better understand how it works inside the body. Recent research conducted with academic collaborators – including immunology researchers such as Dr. Amanda Nascimento and colleagues from the University of Saskatchewan in Canada – studied how this mushroom formulation interacts with inflammatory pathways in the immune system.

The goal of the study was to better understand the mechanism behind NHV Natures Immuno and how it may help support immune balance during inflammatory challenges.

What Is Inflammation in Pets?

Inflammation is the natural way of the body to protect itself. When a pet’s immune system detects something that can be harmful, for example, bacteria, injury, or abnormal cells, it activates inflammatory signals to help the body respond.

In small amounts and for short periods of time, inflammation is actually beneficial as it helps the body:

  • Fight infections
  • Repair damaged tissues
  • Respond to injury

However, when inflammation becomes excessive and/or persistent, it can contribute to many health problems.

Inflammation and Cancer

One important area where inflammation plays a particular role is cancer. Many tumors create an inflammatory environment around them. This inflammation can:

  • Influence on how the tumor grows
  • Affect how the immune system recognizes those cancer cells
  • Contribute to fatigue, discomfort, and systemic illness

Because of this connection, researchers around the world are studying ways to support immune balance and regulate inflammation, especially in animals facing chronic disease and cancer.

What Is LPS-Related Inflammation?

In immunology research, scientists often study inflammation using molecules that mimic natural immune triggers. One such molecule is lipopolysaccharide (LPS), a component found on the surface of certain bacteria. LPS is commonly used in research to help scientists understand how inflammatory pathways work and how potential therapies may influence them. Thus, by studying how the immune system responds to these signals, researchers can learn more about how supplements or medications may support a healthy immune response.

What Did the Research Aim to Understand?

Because NHV Natures Immuno has been used for many years by pet parents and veterinarians, the research & development (R&D) team wanted to better understand how this mushroom formulation interacts with the immune system.

The main question researchers asked was: How does NHV Natures Immuno influence immune signaling during inflammation?

The Research Approach: Scientists used a well-established inflammation research model that helps researchers study immune responses in a controlled scientific environment.

In simple terms, the study evaluated:

  • How immune cells respond during inflammation
  • How those responses change when Natures Immuno is present
  • Whether the mushroom formulation influences inflammatory markers

By studying these responses, researchers could better understand the biological pathways through which medicinal mushrooms may support immune health.

What Did the Research Find?

The study provided encouraging insights into how NHV Natures Immuno formulation interacts with the immune system.

Support for Balanced Immune Responses

The research suggested that Nature’s Immuno may help support a more balanced immune response during inflammatory challenges.

Rather than suppressing the immune system, the mushroom compounds appeared to modulate immune signaling, helping regulate inflammatory pathways.

Influence on Inflammatory Markers

Researchers observed differences in inflammatory indicators when the mushroom formulation was present. This suggests that compounds within the mushrooms may interact with immune signaling pathways involved in inflammation.

These findings are consistent with previous research showing that mushroom-derived beta-glucans can influence immune cell activity and inflammatory signaling (Vetvicka & Vetvickova, 2014).

Understanding the Mechanism

Importantly, this research was not about testing whether Nature’s Immuno works—it has already been widely used by pet owners. Instead, the goal was to better understand the biological mechanisms behind the supplement.

Understanding these mechanisms helps scientists and veterinarians better evaluate how natural products interact with the immune system.

What This Means for Your Pets

Immune health is a key part of overall wellness for dogs and cats. While no supplement can replace veterinary care, natural ingredients may help support the body’s normal immune functions.

Nature’s Immuno may help support immune balance during inflammatory challenges

The findings from this research suggest that mushroom formulations such as Nature’s Immuno may help support immune balance during inflammatory challenges, which may be particularly relevant in conditions where inflammation plays a role.

For pet parents, supporting immune health may include:

  • Providing a balanced diet
  • Maintaining regular veterinary checkups
  • Managing stress and environmental factors
  • Considering immune-supportive supplements when recommended by a veterinarian

For pets dealing with conditions where inflammation plays a role, including infections, immune challenges, or cancer, supporting a balanced immune response can be an important part of overall health care.

Have Questions About Your Pet’s Immune Health?

Our pet wellness experts are here to help. If you would like to learn more about immune support for your pet, our team would be happy to provide guidance.

Dr. Amanda Nascimento DVM, MVSc, PhD

Dr. Amanda Nascimento DVM, MVSc, PhD

Dr. Amanda completed her undergraduate degree in veterinary medicine in 2010 and graduate studies in veterinary pathology (MVSc. 2012 and PhD 2016) at the School of Veterinary Medicine, University of São Paulo. She completed her post-doctoral training at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine – University of Saskatchewan in 2018. Dr. Nascimento will be hosting her own blog series and sharing her knowledge with our extended NHV family.

Published: March 23, 2026

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