Fungal Species:  Dictyophora indusiata

High Efficiency In Vitro Wound Healing of Dictyophora indusiata Extracts via Anti-Inflammatory and Collagen Stimulating (MMP-2 Inhibition) Mechanisms

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This study examines bamboo mushroom extracts for their ability to promote skin wound healing. Researchers tested three different parts of immature bamboo mushrooms and found that the core extract was particularly effective at reducing inflammation and preventing excessive collagen breakdown, which helps wounds heal properly without excessive scarring. The extract performed as well as or better than standard pharmaceutical agents, suggesting it could be a promising natural ingredient for wound healing products.

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Natural Neuroinflammatory Modulators: Therapeutic Potential of Fungi-Derived Compounds in Selected Neurodegenerative Diseases

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This comprehensive review explores how compounds found in mushrooms could help treat serious brain diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. Mushrooms contain natural substances such as certain carbohydrates, proteins, and fats that can reduce harmful inflammation in the brain and protect nerve cells from damage. Scientists have tested these mushroom-derived compounds in laboratory and animal models, finding they can improve memory, movement, and overall brain function. This research suggests mushrooms could become an important part of new treatments for these currently incurable neurological conditions.

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Bachu Mushroom Polysaccharide Alleviates Colonic Injury by Modulating the Gut Microbiota

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Researchers studied a polysaccharide extracted from Bachu mushrooms, a traditional medicinal fungus used in China, to treat inflammatory bowel disease in mice. The polysaccharide reduced inflammation by decreasing harmful inflammatory proteins and increasing beneficial bacteria in the gut. Treatment significantly improved disease symptoms and protected the colon from damage caused by chemical-induced colitis, suggesting this mushroom extract could potentially be developed into a natural treatment for inflammatory bowel disease.

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Exploring the Mechanisms of Amino Acid and Bioactive Constituent Formation During Fruiting Body Development in Lyophyllum decastes by Metabolomic and Transcriptomic Analyses

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This study examined how Lyophyllum decastes mushrooms develop and build up their nutritious compounds. Researchers tracked amino acids and polysaccharides across four growth stages and identified which genes control their production. The mature mushrooms contained the highest levels of beneficial compounds, with amino acids reaching 45,107.39 μg/g and polysaccharides at 13.66 mg/g. These findings help explain why these mushrooms are nutritious and suggest ways to grow them better for maximum health benefits.

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Nutrient Properties and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance-Based Metabonomic Analysis of Macrofungi

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This research analyzed the nutritional content and chemical composition of 11 different types of edible and medicinal mushrooms. The study revealed that these mushrooms are rich sources of proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and beneficial compounds. The findings help explain why mushrooms are valuable both as nutritious foods and traditional medicines. Impacts on everyday life: • Provides scientific evidence for including mushrooms as part of a healthy diet • Helps consumers understand the nutritional benefits of different mushroom species • Supports the development of new functional foods and supplements from mushrooms • Validates traditional uses of medicinal mushrooms • Guides food producers in selecting mushroom species for different nutritional purposes

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