therapeutic action: Apoptosis induction

Chlorophyllum molybdites-synthesized manganese oxide nanoparticles (MnO-NPs): morphology, biocompatibility, and anticancer properties against liver cancer (HepG2) cell line

Researchers successfully created tiny manganese oxide particles using a wild mushroom called Chlorophyllum molybdites through an environmentally friendly process. These nanoparticles showed strong cancer-fighting ability against liver cancer cells and were effective against a parasite that causes leishmaniasis. The particles were safe for human use with minimal damage to healthy blood cells, making them promising candidates for developing new cancer and parasitic disease treatments.

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Study on Optimization of Liquid Fermentation Medium and Antitumor Activity of the Mycelium on Phyllopora lonicerae

Researchers improved the production of a medicinal fungus called Phylloporia lonicerae that grows on honeysuckle plants. They developed a better growing medium that produced more fungus in less time. They then discovered that components from this fungus can kill cancer cells, particularly lung and esophageal cancer cells, by triggering a natural cell death process called apoptosis. This work suggests the fungus could be developed into an anti-cancer functional food.

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Physicochemical Characteristics of Chitosan Extracted from Pleurotus ostreatus and Its Anticancer Activity Against the MDA-MB-231 Breast Cancer Cell Line

Researchers extracted a compound called chitosan from oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) and tested its ability to fight breast cancer cells. The chitosan successfully killed cancer cells by triggering apoptosis, a natural cell death process, while showing promise as a safer alternative to conventional chemotherapy. The study demonstrates that mushroom-derived compounds could have significant therapeutic potential for cancer treatment with fewer side effects than traditional drugs.

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Comparative Multi-Omics Analysis and Antitumor Activity of Phylloporia crataegi and Phylloporia fontanesiae

Researchers compared two types of medicinal fungi (Phylloporia crataegi and Phylloporia fontanesiae) to understand why one is better at fighting cancer. They used advanced techniques to examine the fungi’s chemicals, genes, and proteins, discovering that P. crataegi contains special compounds like trans-cinnamic acid that help kill cancer cells. This study provides important information for developing new cancer treatments from these fungi.

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Phallus indusiatus Extracts Promoted MCF-7 Apoptosis Under TNFα-induced Tumor Microenvironment by Attenuating NF-kappaB and Akt Activation

Bamboo mushroom extracts show promise in helping treat breast cancer by making cancer cells more sensitive to chemotherapy drugs. The mushroom reduces inflammation and blocks protective signals in cancer cells, making them more likely to die. This research suggests bamboo mushroom could be a helpful supplement for breast cancer patients, especially when used alongside standard cancer treatments.

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Comparative Multi-Omics Analysis and Antitumor Activity of Phylloporia crataegi and Phylloporia fontanesiae

Two species of medicinal fungi were studied to understand why one was better at fighting cancer cells. Researchers analyzed the chemicals, genes, and proteins in both fungi and found that Phylloporia crataegi had much higher levels of cancer-fighting compounds and activated special cellular defense pathways that harm cancer cells. This research shows that medicinal fungi could be promising sources for developing new cancer treatments.

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Extraction, purification, and identification of total saponins from hazel mushroom and its application evaluation

Researchers developed an efficient method to extract beneficial compounds called saponins from hazel mushrooms using microwaves. They identified 22 different chemical compounds in these extracts and tested their effects on cancer cells and oxidative stress. The saponin extracts significantly inhibited the growth of lung cancer and bone cancer cells and demonstrated antioxidant properties, suggesting hazel mushrooms could be developed into functional foods or medicines.

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Comparative Multi-Omics Analysis and Antitumor Activity of Phylloporia crataegi and Phylloporia fontanesiae

Researchers compared two types of medicinal fungi (Phylloporia crataegi and P. fontanesiae) to understand why one is more effective at fighting cancer. Using advanced molecular analysis techniques, they found that P. crataegi contains higher levels of cancer-fighting compounds and activates more genes related to cancer cell death. These findings suggest that these fungi could be promising sources for developing new cancer treatments.

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Mushroom Bioactive Molecules as Anticancerous Agents: An Overview

Mushrooms contain natural compounds that show promise in fighting cancer by triggering cancer cell death and boosting immune function. Different mushroom species like oyster, shiitake, and button mushrooms contain substances such as beta-glucans and other polysaccharides that have demonstrated anticancer properties in laboratory and animal studies. While these mushroom compounds work through multiple mechanisms including preventing new blood vessel formation to tumors and stopping cancer cell division, more human clinical trials are needed to confirm their effectiveness as cancer treatments.

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