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Bioactive Peptides and Other Immunomodulators of Mushroom Origin

Mushrooms contain special compounds called peptides and proteins that can boost your immune system and fight harmful bacteria. These mushroom-derived compounds show promise as natural alternatives to antibiotics, which are becoming less effective due to antibiotic resistance. Researchers are studying how these mushroom compounds could help treat difficult infections, wounds that won’t heal, and cancer, though more testing is needed before they can be used widely as medicines.

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Dissecting the difference between positive and negative brain health sentiment using X data

This study examined over 390,000 posts on X (formerly Twitter) about brain and health to understand how people express positive and negative feelings. Researchers found that negative posts were shared more often and were linked to serious health concerns like COVID-19 and brain inflammation. People expressing negative sentiment mentioned medications like lorazepam and comfort foods like pizza, while those with positive sentiment discussed resilience, mindfulness, and different medications. The research highlights both the benefits and dangers of sharing health information on social media.

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Enhancing Pearl oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) performance by evaluating the influence of potassium humate and wheat straw on yield and biochemical attributes

This study examined how adding potassium humate (a natural organic compound) to wheat straw substrate affects the growth and quality of oyster mushrooms. Researchers tested seven different amounts of potassium humate over two growing seasons and found that a moderate amount (0.5 g per 500 g straw) produced the best results, increasing both mushroom yield and nutritional value including vitamin C and beneficial sugars. Interestingly, using more potassium humate was not better, showing that balanced application is more effective than maximum supplementation for optimal mushroom production.

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Valorization of Hericium erinaceus By-Products for β-Glucan Recovery via Pulsed Electric Field-Assisted Alkaline Extraction and Prebiotic Potential Analysis

This research shows how scientists can extract beneficial compounds called β-glucans from leftover Lion’s Mane mushroom material using electrical pulses and alkaline treatment. These extracted compounds work like prebiotics, feeding and promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria in your gut, which then produce healthy fatty acids that support digestive health. The method is environmentally friendly and could help food companies make functional ingredients from mushroom waste.

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Quality Characteristics of Low-Fat Sausage Using Cultured Mushroom Mycelium

Researchers tested using mushroom mycelium (the root structure of mushrooms) as a replacement for meat in sausages. They found that using up to 50% mushroom mycelium produced sausages with good quality, improved moisture retention, and enhanced umami flavor while reducing fat content. The sausages made with mushroom mycelium were also more tender and juicy, though higher replacement levels affected consumer preference. This research suggests mushroom mycelium is a promising sustainable alternative protein source for meat products.

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