phytochemical analysis

Antioxidant activity and phytochemical analysis of different varieties of barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) available in Pakistan

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Researchers analyzed five varieties of barley grown in Pakistan to determine their nutritional and health benefits. They found that all varieties contained beneficial compounds with antioxidant properties, with Jau-21 performing exceptionally well. These barley varieties are rich in protein, fiber, minerals, and compounds that may help protect against diseases like diabetes and heart disease, making them promising ingredients for developing healthy food products.

Ganoderma lucidum methanolic extract as a potent phytoconstituent: characterization, in-vitro antimicrobial and cytotoxic activity

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Researchers tested a medicinal mushroom extract (Reishi/Ganoderma lucidum) to see if it could fight cancer and bacterial infections. The extract showed promising results, being particularly effective against blood cancer and breast cancer cells while being less toxic to normal healthy cells. It also killed bacteria better than some standard antibiotics, suggesting it could potentially be developed into a new type of medicine for treating cancer and infections.

The Lignicolous Fungus Hericium erinaceus (Lion’s Mane Mushroom): A Promising Natural Source of Antiradical and DPPH Inhibitory Agents

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Lion’s Mane mushrooms grown on a special mixture of agricultural waste materials showed the best antioxidant properties in this study. Researchers found that combining sawdust, wheat straw, bagasse, rice bran, and corn flour created the ideal growing environment. The mushrooms produced high levels of protective compounds called phenolics and flavonoids that help fight harmful free radicals in the body. This research shows how we can turn agricultural waste into valuable medicinal mushrooms with strong health benefits.

Synthesis of silver nanoparticles employing Polyalthia longifolia leaf extract and their in vitro antifungal activity against phytopathogen

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Scientists successfully created tiny silver particles using leaves from the Polyalthia longifolia plant, an evergreen tree native to India. These silver nanoparticles proved highly effective at stopping the growth of Alternaria alternata, a fungus that damages crops and causes leaf spot disease. The method is inexpensive, environmentally friendly, and the particles remain stable for months, making them a promising natural alternative to chemical fungicides for protecting plants.

Exploring Therapeutic Potential of Pleurotus ostreatus and Agaricus bisporus Mushrooms against Hyperlipidemia and Oxidative Stress Using Animal Model

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Oyster and white button mushrooms may help lower cholesterol and protect against heart disease. In a study using rats with high cholesterol, mushroom extracts reduced harmful cholesterol levels and improved the body’s natural defense against oxidative damage. These common, affordable mushrooms contain beneficial compounds that could be incorporated into diets as a natural way to support heart health and manage cholesterol.

Essential Oils as an Antifungal Alternative to Control Several Species of Fungi Isolated from Musa paradisiaca: Part II

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This research tested six common culinary essential oils to see if they could prevent fungi from growing on bananas after harvest. Scientists identified four types of harmful fungi that cause banana rot and tested how well oregano, rosemary, clove, thyme, cinnamon, and basil oils could stop them. The results showed that cinnamon, clove, and oregano oils were most effective at stopping fungal growth, offering a natural alternative to chemical fungicides that consumers want to avoid.

Unlocking Reishi’s secrets: nutritional and medicinal traits of Ganoderma lucidum isolated from tree bark in Egypt

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Reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum) from Egypt show promise as natural medicine. Researchers tested extracts and found they can fight bacteria, viruses, and cancer cells in laboratory tests. The mushrooms are rich in beneficial compounds like vitamins and antioxidants. While the extract was not as strong as conventional drugs, it showed good safety profiles and potential for development into new medicines.

Comment on Subhadra et al. Significant Broad-Spectrum Antiviral Activity of Bi121 against Different Variants of SARS-CoV-2

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This is a scientific critique of a recent study claiming that a plant extract called Bi121 has antiviral properties against SARS-CoV-2. The author raises important concerns about how the plant material was prepared and characterized, noting that the chemical fingerprint appears suspiciously identical to a previously published extract, and that the identification of the active ingredient relies on incomplete evidence. The critique calls for more rigorous scientific methods to verify the original study’s findings.

The First Report on Agarwood Formation of Aquilaria sinensis (Lour.) Spreng Induced by Fusarium equiseti

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Researchers successfully induced agarwood (a valuable medicinal resin) formation in Chinese agar trees using a fungus called Fusarium equiseti. Through careful analysis, they found the fungus triggered production of beneficial compounds like agarotetrol and aromatic sesquiterpenes within 12 months, matching quality standards for medicinal use. This breakthrough offers a sustainable alternative to harvesting rare wild agarwood, potentially helping both human health and forest conservation.

Exploring the health benefits of Ganoderma: antimicrobial properties and mechanisms of action

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Ganoderma is a medicinal mushroom that has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years and shows promise as a natural antibiotic. The mushroom contains special compounds like polysaccharides and triterpenoids that can kill harmful bacteria and fungi by damaging their cell walls and boosting your immune system. Recent research shows it works against common infections like those caused by staph bacteria and E. coli, and may even help fight antibiotic-resistant germs.

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