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Modern Pro-Health Applications of Medicinal Mushrooms: Insights into the Polyporaceae Family, with a Focus on Cerrena unicolor

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This review explores how medicinal mushrooms, particularly Cerrena unicolor, can be used to improve health through functional foods and supplements. The mushroom contains natural compounds with powerful properties including fighting cancer cells, killing harmful bacteria and viruses, and protecting the body from oxidative stress. Research shows these mushrooms could be incorporated into dairy products and other foods to create innovative health-promoting products for consumers.

Antifungal efficacy of caffeic acid and nano-caffeic acid particles against candidiasis: an in vitro study

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Researchers developed a nano-particle form of caffeic acid, a natural compound found in coffee and tea, to treat oral yeast infections (candidiasis). The nano-version showed better antifungal activity than regular caffeic acid, though not as strong as prescription antifungal drugs. Since it comes from plants with fewer side effects, it could offer an alternative treatment option for patients with candidiasis.

Biodiversity-Driven Natural Products and Bioactive Metabolites

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This comprehensive review explores how diverse organisms like plants, fungi, and marine creatures produce remarkable chemical compounds for survival and defense. These natural products have inspired many modern medicines, but scientists now understand that the chemical diversity comes not just from the organisms themselves but from their ecological interactions and environmental challenges. By studying how these chemicals are made and what triggers their production, researchers can discover new drugs and medicines while protecting the ecosystems that generate them.

Morphological and Phylogenetic Characterization of Endophytic Fungi Isolated from Brown Algae (Phaeophyceae) in Korea

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Researchers in Korea discovered three previously unknown fungal species living inside brown seaweed called Sargassum. These fungi were identified using genetic analysis and microscopy. The discovery suggests that seaweed hosts diverse fungal communities that could have useful properties, such as producing compounds with antimicrobial and anti-cancer potential. This research expands our understanding of marine fungal diversity and its possible applications in medicine and biotechnology.

Recent Discoveries on Marine Organism Immunomodulatory Activities

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Scientists are discovering that creatures from the ocean produce powerful substances that can help our immune system fight diseases like cancer and inflammation. These marine organisms—from tiny algae to sponges to fish—create natural compounds that can either boost or calm down our immune response depending on what we need. Several of these ocean-derived medicines are already approved for treating serious diseases, and many more are being tested in clinical trials. The ocean covers 70% of our planet and most of it remains unexplored, suggesting there are many more beneficial compounds waiting to be discovered.

The Genus Cordyceps Sensu Lato: Their Chemical Constituents, Biological Activities, and Therapeutic Effects on Air Pollutants Related to Lung and Vascular Diseases

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Cordyceps mushrooms have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries and are now being studied scientifically for their potential health benefits. These mushrooms contain powerful compounds that may help protect our lungs from air pollution effects and support heart health. Recent clinical studies show promising results for treating conditions like COPD, asthma, and even improving athletic performance in healthy people.

Edible Mushrooms and Beta-Glucans: Impact on Human Health

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Mushrooms contain compounds called β-glucans that can help boost your immune system and reduce inflammation. These compounds show promise in cancer treatment when combined with conventional therapies and may help fight infections. While mushrooms have long been used in traditional medicine, modern research is confirming their health benefits and understanding how they work in the body.

Transcriptome and Metabolome Integration Reveals the Impact of Fungal Elicitors on Triterpene Accumulation in Sanghuangporus sanghuang

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Scientists studied how a special fungal treatment can boost the production of beneficial compounds in sanghuang mushrooms. Using advanced molecular analysis techniques, they found that the fungal elicitor significantly increased levels of healing compounds called triterpenes. The treated mushrooms produced 114 times more of one specific compound compared to untreated mushrooms. This research shows how we can grow medicinal mushrooms with higher levels of beneficial substances, which could help develop better treatments for various diseases.

Identifying the “Mushroom of Immortality”: Assessing the Ganoderma Species Composition in Commercial Reishi Products

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Researchers tested 37 reishi mushroom products and kits sold in the United States and found that most were mislabeled. While products claimed to contain Ganoderma lucidum, over 93% of manufactured products actually contained Ganoderma lingzhi, a different Asian species. The study discovered that 86% of products tested contained something other than what the label claimed, which matters because different Ganoderma species have different chemical compositions and potentially different health benefits.

Natural Antimicrobial Compounds as Promising Preservatives: A Look at an Old Problem from New Perspectives

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This review examines natural alternatives to synthetic food preservatives, which are increasingly recognized as potentially harmful. Natural antimicrobial compounds from plants, fungi, and other sources can effectively prevent food spoilage and bacterial contamination. New technologies using light and ultrasound can enhance these natural compounds’ effectiveness. While promising, these natural preservatives need more research and regulatory approval before widespread industrial use.

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