Can donkey-hide gelatin enhance immunity?
Disease description:
Hello doctor, my mom has been hospitalized recently for some minor health issues. The doctor suggested that I provide her with some nutritional supplements to boost her immune system. I came across donkey-hide gelatin (Ajiao) online, which is said to enhance immunity, but I'm not sure if this is true. Could you please tell me whether Ajiao can actually improve immunity?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Aihua
Donkey-hide gelatin (Ejiao) is highly valued for its nourishing and beautifying properties, its ability to tonify qi and blood, and strengthen the body, making it widely popular. Additionally, donkey-hide gelatin can enhance the body's immune system.
Scientific research indicates that donkey-hide gelatin boosts immunity by providing abundant proteins, various essential amino acids, and multiple vitamins, which help improve the body's immune function and thereby strengthen overall immunity. Moreover, donkey-hide gelatin contains antioxidants that help protect the body against damage from free radicals, further enhancing immune capacity.
Furthermore, donkey-hide gelatin supports liver health. The liver is a vital organ of the immune system; by breaking down exogenous antigens, it helps the body fight viruses and resist disease invasion, thus promoting immune function.
In summary, donkey-hide gelatin effectively enhances the body's immunity, helps prevent viral infections, and strengthens resistance to diseases. Therefore, appropriate supplementation with donkey-hide gelatin can be beneficial for boosting immunity.
