Disease: oxidative stress-related diseases

Biosensors Based on Phenol Oxidases (Laccase, Tyrosinase, and Their Mixture) for Estimating the Total Phenolic Index in Food-Related Samples

This review discusses specialized sensors that can quickly measure the total amount of beneficial plant compounds (phenolics) in foods like tea, wine, coffee, and fruits. These biosensors use enzymes from mushrooms and other sources to detect phenolic compounds more efficiently than traditional methods. The sensors can be made more effective by using tiny materials called nanomaterials, which improve how well they work and how long they last.

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Potential Bioactivities, Chemical Composition, and Conformation Studies of Exopolysaccharide-Derived Aspergillus sp. Strain GAD7

Scientists discovered a marine fungus called Aspergillus sp. strain GAD7 that produces a special type of sugar-like substance with medicinal properties. This substance can help prevent blood clotting and fight harmful substances in the body that cause damage. The research shows this fungal product could potentially be used as a therapeutic treatment for conditions related to blood clotting and oxidative stress.

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Green Myco-Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Cortinarius sp.: Hepatoprotective, Antimicrobial, and Antioxidant Potential for Biomedical Applications

Scientists created tiny particles called zinc oxide nanoparticles using mushroom extract in an environmentally friendly way. These particles were tested and found to protect the liver from damage, kill harmful bacteria and fungi, and act as powerful antioxidants. This research suggests these mushroom-derived nanoparticles could become useful medicines for treating infections and cancer in the future.

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Anoectochilus roxburghii Extract Extends the Lifespan of Caenorhabditis elegans through Activating the daf-16/FoxO Pathway

Researchers studied a traditional Asian orchid plant (Anoectochilus roxburghii) and found it can extend the lifespan of laboratory worms by about 16% and help them resist stress from UV light and heat. The plant works by activating a specific genetic pathway that increases the worm’s natural antioxidant defenses, protecting cells from damage. These findings suggest the plant could potentially be developed into anti-aging products for humans.

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Biodiversity-Driven Natural Products and Bioactive Metabolites

This comprehensive review explores how diverse organisms like plants, fungi, and marine creatures produce remarkable chemical compounds for survival and defense. These natural products have inspired many modern medicines, but scientists now understand that the chemical diversity comes not just from the organisms themselves but from their ecological interactions and environmental challenges. By studying how these chemicals are made and what triggers their production, researchers can discover new drugs and medicines while protecting the ecosystems that generate them.

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Nontargeted metabonomics analysis of Scorias spongiosa fruiting bodies at different growth stages

This study analyzed the chemical composition of Scorias spongiosa, an edible fungus, at different stages of growth using advanced laboratory techniques. Researchers found that the fungus contains beneficial compounds with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and other health-promoting properties. The study recommends harvesting the fungus at its earliest growth stage to preserve the most beneficial compounds for food and nutritional products.

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Purification, Structural Characteristics, Bioactive Properties, and Applications of Naematelia aurantialba Polysaccharides: A Comprehensive Review

Golden ear (Naematelia aurantialba) is a traditional Chinese medicinal mushroom recently approved as a cosmetic ingredient. This comprehensive review examines how scientists extract and purify beneficial compounds called polysaccharides from this fungus, which can help manage blood sugar, boost immunity, reduce inflammation, and protect against oxidative damage. The mushroom shows promise as a natural ingredient for foods, supplements, and skincare products with potential health benefits.

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