Bioactive Compound: Sesquiterpenoids

Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Ganoderma lucidum in Cancer

Ganoderma lucidum, a mushroom used in traditional medicine for thousands of years, shows promise in fighting certain blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. The mushroom contains special compounds that can kill cancer cells in multiple ways—by triggering cancer cell death, boosting the immune system, and preventing cancer cell growth. While laboratory studies are very encouraging, more testing in humans is needed before it can be used as a standard cancer treatment.

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Preparation and Characterization of a Novel Artemisia Oil Packaging Film and Its Application in Mango Preservation

Researchers developed a new type of edible film made from soybean protein and gelatin infused with Artemisia oil to preserve mangoes longer after harvest. This natural, biodegradable packaging film helps prevent mango spoilage by blocking light, reducing water loss, and stopping fungal growth that causes rot. When used to wrap mangoes, the film significantly extended shelf life and maintained freshness better than unwrapped fruit, offering an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional plastic packaging.

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