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Green Valorization Strategies of Pleurotus ostreatus and Its By-Products: A Critical Review of Emerging Technologies and Sustainable Applications

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Oyster mushrooms generate large amounts of agricultural waste including stems, leftover plant material, and spent growing substrate. These waste products contain many healthy compounds like fiber, β-glucans, and antioxidants that are usually thrown away. Scientists are developing new extraction technologies using ultrasound, microwaves, and other methods to recover these beneficial compounds from mushroom waste for use in functional foods like meat products, baked goods, and dairy items, reducing waste while creating healthier food ingredients.

Brown Mycelial Mat as an Essential Morphological Structure of the Shiitake Medicinal Mushroom Lentinus edodes (Agaricomycetes)

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This research reveals new insights into how shiitake mushrooms develop their characteristic brown protective layer, showing it’s not just a protective covering but an active part of mushroom growth. The study found this layer is metabolically active and essential for proper mushroom development. Impacts on everyday life: • Helps improve commercial cultivation of shiitake mushrooms • Contributes to better understanding of mushroom growth for food production • May lead to more efficient farming methods for medicinal mushrooms • Could help develop new techniques for mushroom preservation

Comparative Study of Worldwide Species of Genus Lentinus Based on Linear Mycelium Growth

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This research studied how different species of edible mushrooms grow under various conditions, particularly focusing on temperature and growing media. The findings help optimize commercial mushroom cultivation methods. Impact on everyday life: • Improved cultivation methods for commercial mushroom production • Better understanding of how to grow different mushroom species • Potential for expanding mushroom varieties available to consumers • More efficient and cost-effective mushroom farming practices

Classification, Structure and Mechanism of Antiviral Polysaccharides Derived from Edible and Medicinal Fungus

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This research examines how certain compounds found in edible and medicinal mushrooms can help fight viral infections through multiple mechanisms. These natural compounds, called polysaccharides, work by directly attacking viruses, boosting the immune system, reducing inflammation, and improving gut health. The findings are significant for developing new antiviral treatments from natural sources. Impacts on everyday life: • Provides natural alternatives to synthetic antiviral drugs with fewer side effects • Offers potential treatments for emerging viral diseases like COVID-19 • Supports the use of medicinal mushrooms in traditional and modern medicine • Suggests ways to boost immunity through dietary mushroom consumption • Could lead to development of new antiviral supplements and medications

The Effects of β-Glucan on Human Immune and Cancer Cells

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This research examines how β-glucans, natural compounds found in mushrooms and other fungi, can help boost the immune system and potentially fight cancer. While these compounds don’t directly kill cancer cells, they work by enhancing our body’s natural defense mechanisms. Impact on everyday life: • Provides scientific support for the traditional use of medicinal mushrooms in supporting immune health • Offers potential natural complement to conventional cancer treatments • Helps explain how certain dietary components may contribute to better health outcomes • Suggests new directions for developing safer cancer treatments with fewer side effects • Demonstrates the importance of quality control in natural health products

Antiinflammatory and Immunomodulating Properties of Fungal Metabolites

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This research examines how medicinal mushrooms can boost and regulate the immune system. Mushroom compounds can enhance the body’s natural defenses and help fight diseases in several ways. Impact on everyday life: • Mushroom supplements can be taken as natural immune system boosters • These compounds may help prevent and treat various cancers • They offer potential alternatives to conventional medications with fewer side effects • Some mushroom products are already being used successfully in cancer treatment • Regular consumption of medicinal mushrooms may help maintain overall health and prevent disease

Wild Edible Mushrooms of Meghalaya

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This research documents five species of wild mushrooms that grow naturally in the forests of Meghalaya, India, and have been traditionally consumed by local people. The study helps preserve traditional knowledge about edible wild mushrooms and their usage in local communities. Impacts on everyday life: • Identifies safe, edible wild mushrooms that can be foraged for food • Helps preserve traditional food knowledge for future generations • Contributes to understanding local food resources and forest biodiversity • Provides information for sustainable foraging practices • Could support development of mushroom cultivation projects

Edible Mushrooms: Improving Human Health and Promoting Quality Life

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This research examines how edible mushrooms can improve human health through their nutritional and medicinal properties. Mushrooms are not only delicious foods but also powerful sources of health-promoting compounds that can help prevent and treat various diseases. Their impact on everyday life includes: • Providing a healthy, low-calorie food option rich in protein and essential nutrients • Offering natural immune system support through bioactive compounds • Serving as a source of natural antioxidants to fight aging and disease • Providing alternative treatment options for various health conditions • Contributing to a more sustainable and plant-based diet

Immunostimulatory Properties and Antitumor Activities of Glucans

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This research examines how certain complex sugars called glucans, found in mushrooms and other fungi, can boost our immune system and help fight cancer. These compounds have been used in traditional Asian medicine for centuries and are now being scientifically validated for their therapeutic potential. Impacts on everyday life: • Natural supplements containing glucans could help strengthen the immune system • Mushroom-derived compounds may provide complementary cancer treatments • Understanding glucans’ effects could lead to better natural antimicrobial treatments • This research validates some traditional medicine practices with modern science • Development of new drug delivery systems using natural glucan carriers

Mushrooms: A Potential Natural Source of Anti-Inflammatory Compounds for Medical Applications

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This research explores how mushrooms can be used as natural sources of anti-inflammatory compounds for medical treatments. Scientists have found that various mushroom species contain different compounds that can reduce inflammation without the harsh side effects of conventional drugs. These findings are significant for developing safer treatments for inflammatory conditions. Impacts on everyday life: • Potential development of natural alternatives to NSAIDs with fewer side effects • New options for treating chronic inflammatory conditions like arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease • Increased value and use of mushrooms in health supplements and medical treatments • Greater understanding of traditional medicine practices using mushrooms • Possible development of new anti-inflammatory skincare products

Fungal Species: Lentinus edodes