This research examined ways to verify the authenticity of powdered mushroom supplements using smell-based testing methods. The scientists compared traditional human smell tests with electronic sensors and chemical analysis to tell different mushroom species apart. This work is important for ensuring that consumers get genuine mushroom products. Impacts on everyday life: – Helps protect consumers from fraudulent mushroom supplements – Ensures quality control for mushroom-based health products – Supports development of reliable testing methods for food authenticity – Contributes to safer natural supplement options – Enables better regulation of mushroom-based products