Macrolepiota procera – Page 3

Andorran ethnomycology: culinary uses and beyond

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This research documents how people in Andorra traditionally use wild mushrooms for food and medicine. Researchers interviewed 131 older residents and found 50 different types of mushrooms being used, with over 150 local names for them. Most uses were for cooking (97%), with mushrooms being dried, pickled, or frozen. The study identified several mushrooms that might be valuable for future nutritional research and product development.

Forty Years After Chernobyl: Radiocaesium in Wild Edible Mushrooms from North-Eastern Poland and Its Relevance for Dietary Exposure and Food Safety

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Researchers tested wild mushrooms from forests in Poland to see if they contained dangerous radiation from the 1986 Chernobyl disaster. They measured radioactive cesium and potassium in 230 mushroom samples from 19 different species and compared them to soil samples. Good news: all the mushrooms were safe to eat according to food safety standards, with radiation levels below the legal limits. The study shows that mushrooms can be good indicators of how much radiation remains in forest environments.

High-quality genome assembly and annotation of Porodaedalea mongolica and Porodaedalea schrenkiana provide insights into potential industrial and medical application

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Scientists sequenced the genomes of two medicinal wood-decay fungi species (Porodaedalea mongolica and P. schrenkiana) for the first time using advanced sequencing technology. These fungi produce beneficial compounds with anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties, and can degrade environmental pollutants. The detailed genetic information revealed how these fungi break down wood and create bioactive compounds, opening new possibilities for medical treatments and industrial applications like environmental cleanup.

Assessment of the Impact of Metals in Wild Edible Mushrooms from Dambovita County, Romania, on Human Health

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This study examined 18 types of wild mushrooms commonly eaten in Romania to measure their metal content. Researchers found that while mushrooms provide important minerals like iron and zinc, some species accumulate harmful metals like cadmium and chromium. Children are at greater risk from eating these mushrooms than adults because their smaller bodies absorb proportionally more of the contaminants. Some mushroom species pose significant cancer risks from metal exposure.

Chemical Characterization and In Vitro Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, and Colon Cancer-Preventive Potential of a Polysaccharide Fraction from Macrolepiota procera

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Researchers isolated special sugar compounds called polysaccharides from parasol mushrooms and tested their health benefits. These compounds were found to fight free radicals that damage cells, reduce inflammation in the body, and specifically kill colon cancer cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed. The study suggests that parasol mushrooms could be developed into health supplements or functional foods to help prevent cancer and improve overall health.

Multivariate Analysis of Mineral Constituents of Edible Parasol Mushroom (Macrolepiota procera) and Soils Beneath Fruiting Bodies Collected from Northern Poland

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This research examined how Parasol Mushrooms, a popular wild edible mushroom, accumulate various minerals from soil. The study found that these mushrooms can concentrate both beneficial and potentially harmful minerals in their caps, even when growing in unpolluted areas. While they are good sources of essential minerals like potassium and copper, they can also accumulate concerning levels of toxic metals like cadmium, mercury and lead. Impacts on everyday life: • People who frequently collect and eat wild mushrooms should be aware of potential toxic metal accumulation • Moderate consumption of Parasol Mushrooms can provide beneficial dietary minerals • Environmental pollution can be monitored through mushroom mineral content analysis • Local food safety guidelines may need to consider wild mushroom consumption patterns • Understanding mineral uptake by mushrooms helps assess environmental quality

Macro and Trace Mineral Constituents and Radionuclides in Mushrooms: Health Benefits and Risks

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This research examines the mineral content and radioactivity of both wild and cultivated mushrooms, revealing their dual role as nutritional sources and potential accumulators of toxic elements. The study has important implications for food safety and human health. Key impacts on everyday life: – Mushrooms can be excellent sources of essential minerals like potassium, copper, and zinc in our diet – Some mushrooms can accumulate harmful elements, suggesting careful consideration of wild mushroom consumption – Environmental contamination can affect the safety of wild mushrooms for consumption – The findings help inform dietary choices and food safety guidelines for mushroom consumption – The research supports the development of safer cultivation methods for edible mushrooms

Macro and Trace Mineral Constituents and Radionuclides in Mushrooms: Health Benefits and Risks

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This research examines the mineral content of edible mushrooms and their ability to accumulate both beneficial and potentially harmful elements from the environment. The study has important implications for food safety and nutrition. Key impacts on everyday life: – Mushrooms can be excellent dietary sources of essential minerals like potassium, copper and zinc – Some wild mushrooms may accumulate toxic elements when growing in contaminated areas – Careful selection of mushroom species and collection sites is important for food safety – Cultivated mushrooms generally contain lower levels of toxic elements than wild species – Certain mushroom species can be used to produce mineral-enriched functional foods

Analysis of Metallic Elements and Metalloids Composition and Relationships in Parasol Mushroom Macrolepiota procera

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This research examined how parasol mushrooms accumulate various metals and other elements from their environment. The findings have important implications for food safety and environmental monitoring. Key impacts include: • Parasol mushrooms can accumulate potentially harmful levels of toxic metals like cadmium, mercury and lead even in unpolluted areas • Frequent consumption of these mushrooms may pose health risks due to metal accumulation • These mushrooms could serve as natural indicators of environmental pollution • The study helps inform safe mushroom foraging practices • The findings contribute to our understanding of how fungi interact with and concentrate environmental elements

210Po and 210Pb Bioaccumulation and Possible Related Dose Assessment in Parasol Mushroom (Macrolepiota procera)

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This research examined how parasol mushrooms accumulate naturally occurring radioactive elements from the environment. The study found that while these mushrooms do accumulate radioactive polonium and lead, the levels are safe for human consumption. Impacts on everyday life: • Confirms the safety of consuming wild parasol mushrooms from a radiation perspective • Helps monitor environmental radiation levels through mushroom analysis • Contributes to food safety guidelines for wild mushroom consumption • Provides data for environmental contamination assessment • Helps understand how radioactive elements move through food chains

Fungal Species: Macrolepiota procera