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Emerging Nonthermal Technologies for the Production of Postbiotics

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Postbiotics are dead or inactivated beneficial microorganisms and their components that support human health without needing to survive in the gut. Traditional heat-killing methods damage these beneficial compounds. This comprehensive review explores six emerging technologies that can produce postbiotics while better preserving their health-promoting properties, making them more stable and effective for food and supplement applications.

The Active Components of Traditional Chinese Medicines Regulate the Multi-Target Signaling Pathways of Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Fatty Liver Disease

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This comprehensive review examines how traditional Chinese medicine ingredients can treat fatty liver disease through multiple biological pathways simultaneously. Unlike conventional drugs that target a single pathway, TCM compounds address the complex, interconnected causes of the disease including fat accumulation, inflammation, and tissue damage. The research identifies dozens of effective herbal compounds and proposes a new framework for designing TCM treatments tailored to individual patient needs.

Biotechnological Applications of Mushrooms under the Water-Energy-Food Nexus: Crucial Aspects and Prospects from Farm to Pharmacy

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Mushrooms are emerging as a powerful solution for solving global food, water, and energy challenges. Scientists are using biotechnology to produce tiny healing particles from mushrooms, clean up polluted soil and water, create renewable energy, and extract beneficial compounds for medicine and health. This review shows how integrated mushroom farming can help achieve sustainable development goals while reducing waste and supporting human wellbeing.

Biological Activities of Secondary Metabolites from the Edible-Medicinal Macrofungi

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This comprehensive review examines over 270 bioactive compounds from edible and medicinal mushrooms, showing they have remarkable potential to treat various diseases. These mushroom-derived substances demonstrate effectiveness against cancer, diabetes, inflammation, and infections while having fewer side effects than conventional drugs. Families like reishi and shiitake mushrooms are particularly rich sources of these healing compounds. The research suggests mushrooms are valuable natural resources for developing new therapeutic treatments.

The Impact of Psilocybin on High Glucose/Lipid-Induced Changes in INS-1 Cell Viability and Dedifferentiation

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Researchers tested whether psilocybin, a compound from magic mushrooms, could protect pancreatic β-cells (which produce insulin) from damage caused by high glucose and fat levels. Using laboratory cells, they found that psilocybin reduced β-cell death by preventing apoptosis and showed promise in reducing dedifferentiation (when cells lose their specialized functions). However, psilocybin didn’t restore the cells’ ability to respond to glucose by releasing insulin.

Attributes of Culture Bacteria as Influenced by Ingredients That Help Treat Leaky Gut

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Researchers tested whether eight natural ingredients commonly used to treat leaky gut would affect the beneficial bacteria used to make yogurt. They found that ingredients like marshmallow root, licorice root, and slippery elm bark not only didn’t harm the yogurt bacteria but actually made them more resistant to stomach acid and bile. This means these ingredients could be safely added to yogurt to boost both the probiotic bacteria and the gut-healing properties of the product.

Sustainable Innovations in Food Microbiology: Fermentation, Biocontrol, and Functional Foods

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This review explores how microorganisms can make food production more sustainable and healthier. It discusses traditional fermented foods like yogurt and sauerkraut, modern biotechnology techniques to reduce food waste and create natural preservatives, and special food ingredients with beneficial bacteria that support digestive and mental health. The paper shows how applying microbial science could help address global food challenges while meeting consumer demands for natural, safe, and healthy products.

The Role of Plant Extracts in Enhancing Nutrition and Health for Dogs and Cats: Safety, Benefits, and Applications

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This review examines how plant-based supplements like tea extracts, curcumin, and quercetin can improve the health of pet dogs and cats. These natural compounds act as antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents, supporting gut health, immune function, and overall wellness in companion animals. While generally safe when properly dosed, cats and dogs metabolize these compounds differently, requiring species-specific dosing strategies to maximize benefits and minimize risks.

From Microbes to Myocardium: A Comprehensive Review of the Impact of the Gut-Brain Axis on Cardiovascular Disease

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Your gut bacteria play a surprising role in heart health through a communication network called the gut-brain axis. When the balance of gut bacteria is disrupted (dysbiosis), it can lead to heart disease, high blood pressure, and clogged arteries. Beneficial bacteria produce helpful compounds like short-chain fatty acids that reduce inflammation and protect blood vessels, while harmful bacteria produce compounds that increase heart disease risk. Simple interventions like eating more fiber, taking probiotics, managing stress, and exercising can help maintain a healthy gut microbiome and improve heart health.

Advancing Pistacia terebinthus L. (Anacardiaceae) Research: Food Preservation, Functional Foods, and Nutraceutical Potential

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The turpentine tree (Pistacia terebinthus L.) is a Mediterranean plant traditionally used in food and medicine that is now being studied for modern food applications. Its fruits, seeds, leaves, and resin contain powerful compounds that fight bacteria, reduce oxidative stress, and promote health. Scientists are developing new techniques like microencapsulation and fermentation to preserve its beneficial properties in functional foods, yogurt, and other products. This underutilized plant could become an important natural ingredient for food preservation and health supplements.

Disease: obesity