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Functional Components from the Liquid Fermentation of Edible and Medicinal Fungi and Their Food Applications in China

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Mushroom mycelium grown in liquid fermentation produces many beneficial compounds like polysaccharides and proteins that support immune function and may help fight cancer and oxidative stress. These fermented mushroom products can be added to foods, beverages, and health supplements to boost their nutritional value and health benefits. Studies show that fermented mushroom mycelium sometimes contains higher levels of beneficial compounds compared to whole mushroom fruiting bodies, making it a promising ingredient for functional foods and health products.

The Structural Characterization and Immunomodulatory Activity of Polysaccharides from Pleurotus abieticola Fruiting Bodies

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Researchers isolated and studied a polysaccharide compound from oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus abieticola) called PAPS1. When tested in mice treated with a chemotherapy drug that suppresses immunity, PAPS1 helped restore immune function by reducing harmful reactive oxygen species and boosting beneficial gut bacteria. This suggests that mushroom polysaccharides could potentially be used to help cancer patients manage the immunosuppressive side effects of chemotherapy.

Scrutinizing the Nutritional Aspects of Asian Mushrooms, Its Commercialization and Scope for Value-Added Products

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Mushrooms are nutrient-dense foods that can help address malnutrition and provide health benefits comparable to meat and eggs. They contain proteins, vitamins, minerals, and special compounds that help fight inflammation, boost immunity, and prevent diseases like cancer and heart disease. Mushroom-based products like powders, capsules, and fortified foods are becoming increasingly available in markets, offering practical ways to incorporate these nutritional benefits into daily diets.

Harnessing mushrooms for poultry nutrition: Boosting health, immunity, and productivity

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Mushrooms and mushroom stems are emerging as natural feed additives that can significantly improve poultry health, growth, and egg/meat quality while reducing the need for antibiotics. These fungi contain beneficial compounds that boost immune function, reduce harmful bacteria, and protect against cellular damage. By using mushroom byproducts that are typically discarded, farmers can create more sustainable and environmentally friendly poultry production systems while improving overall bird health and productivity.

Advances in Bioprocess Engineering for Optimising Chlorella vulgaris Fermentation: Biotechnological Innovations and Applications

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Chlorella vulgaris is a nutrient-rich microalga gaining popularity in health supplements, functional foods, and sustainable energy production. Scientists are using advanced genetic engineering techniques, special fermentation methods, and innovative bioreactor designs to increase the production of beneficial compounds like proteins and antioxidants. These improvements make Chlorella more valuable for creating health-promoting foods, medicines, and biofuels while keeping production costs low and environmentally sustainable.

Effects of fiber sources with different solubilities on the growth performance, nutrient metabolism, antioxidant, immune capacity and intestinal health of meat geese

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This study examined how different types of dietary fiber affect the health and growth of meat geese. Researchers compared three fiber sources with different levels of solubility: wheat bran (highly soluble), alfalfa meal (moderately soluble), and bamboo meal (low solubility). They found that the highly soluble fiber source improved growth, enhanced immune and antioxidant functions in the intestines, and promoted beneficial bacteria, making it the best choice for geese farming.

Winning the battle of intestinal peace with Bacillus—a multifaceted approach to animal health, immunity, and future applications in monogastric livestock production

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This review examines how Bacillus bacteria, when added to animal feed, can improve the health and growth of chickens and pigs. These bacteria work by producing beneficial compounds that strengthen the gut, improve digestion, reduce harmful bacteria, and boost the immune system. Bacillus probiotics offer a natural alternative to antibiotics, helping reduce antibiotic resistance while keeping animals healthier and more productive.

The Effect of Fungal Nutraceutical Supplementation on Postoperative Complications, Inflammatory Factors and Fecal Microbiota in Patients Undergoing Colorectal Cancer Surgery with Curative Intent: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Clinical Trial

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Researchers tested whether a supplement made from nine different medicinal mushroom types could reduce complications after colorectal cancer surgery. While the supplement didn’t significantly reduce overall complications, it did appear to boost immune function in patients undergoing traditional surgery and favorably changed the composition of gut bacteria. The supplement was well-tolerated with no serious side effects.

Classic psychedelics do not affect T cell and monocyte immune responses

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Researchers tested whether common psychedelic drugs (LSD, psilocin, DMT, and mescaline) directly affect human immune cells in laboratory conditions. They found that these psychedelics did not suppress T cell function or immune signaling at the doses tested. This is good news for patients with serious illnesses who might benefit from psychedelic-assisted therapy, as it suggests these treatments won’t dangerously weaken their already compromised immune systems.

Current Uses of Mushrooms in Cancer Treatment and Their Anticancer Mechanisms

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This comprehensive review examines how medicinal mushrooms can help treat cancer. Certain mushroom species and their compounds, particularly polysaccharides, can boost the immune system to fight cancer cells, reduce chemotherapy side effects, and overcome drug resistance. Multiple mushrooms are currently in clinical trials showing promise in improving cancer patient outcomes when used alongside conventional treatments.

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