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Olive mill solid waste induces beneficial mushroom-specialized metabolite diversity revealed by computational metabolomics strategies

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This study shows how adding olive mill waste to mushroom growing substrate can increase beneficial compounds in mushrooms while reducing harmful toxins. Researchers grew two types of edible mushrooms (lion’s mane and king oyster) on substrate containing different amounts of olive mill waste and used advanced chemical analysis to identify how the waste affected the mushrooms’ medicinal compounds. Adding olive mill waste increased healthy compounds like hericenones and erinacerins while decreasing toxic enniatin compounds, potentially creating safer and more nutritious mushrooms for consumers.

Substrate composition effect on the nutritional quality of Pleurotus ostreatus (MK751847) fruiting body

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Researchers studied how different growing materials affect the nutritional value of oyster mushrooms. They found that mushrooms grown on palm oil waste mixed with wheat or rice bran had better nutritional quality than those grown on single materials. The best mushrooms for protein came from materials containing wheat bran, while fermented materials produced the most vitamins. This research shows how agricultural waste can be recycled into nutritious food.

The Role of Plant Extracts in Enhancing Nutrition and Health for Dogs and Cats: Safety, Benefits, and Applications

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This review examines how plant-based supplements like tea extracts, curcumin, and quercetin can improve the health of pet dogs and cats. These natural compounds act as antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents, supporting gut health, immune function, and overall wellness in companion animals. While generally safe when properly dosed, cats and dogs metabolize these compounds differently, requiring species-specific dosing strategies to maximize benefits and minimize risks.

Antioxidant Activity of Mushroom Extracts/Polysaccharides—Their Antiviral Properties and Plausible AntiCOVID-19 Properties

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Mushrooms contain special compounds called polysaccharides that act as natural antioxidants and can fight viruses. These compounds help boost the immune system and reduce inflammation in the body. While mushrooms have shown promise against various viruses including COVID-19, more research is needed to fully develop them as treatments.

Olive mill solid waste induces beneficial mushroom-specialized metabolite diversity revealed by computational metabolomics strategies

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Researchers studied how adding olive mill waste to mushroom growing substrate affects the beneficial compounds in two edible mushrooms. They used advanced computer analysis of chemical data to find that this waste product increases healthy compounds like hericenones while reducing potentially harmful mycotoxins. This discovery could help make mushroom farming more sustainable and produce safer, healthier mushrooms for consumers.

Impact of Interactions Between Zn(II) and Selenites in an Aquatic Environment on the Accumulation of Se and Zn in a Fungal Cell

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Researchers studied how Shiitake mushrooms accumulate selenium and zinc from growth media, finding that these two elements form chemical complexes that interfere with absorption. When both elements are present together in the culture medium, they bind to each other instead of being taken up by the mushroom cells, reducing the final content of both nutrients. Understanding this interaction is important for developing enhanced mushroom-based dietary supplements containing both selenium and zinc.

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.

Proteins from Edible Mushrooms: Nutritional Role and Contribution to Well-Being

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Mushrooms are highly nutritious foods containing proteins as complete and high-quality as meat, with unique compounds that boost immunity, fight infections, and may help prevent diseases like cancer and diabetes. Different types of mushroom proteins have specific health benefits, from strengthening immune systems to lowering blood pressure and fighting viruses. Scientists are finding new ways to grow mushrooms and extract their proteins for use in sports nutrition, medicines, and fortified foods, making them increasingly valuable for human health and sustainability.

Purification, Structural Characteristics, Bioactive Properties, and Applications of Naematelia aurantialba Polysaccharides: A Comprehensive Review

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Golden ear (Naematelia aurantialba) is a traditional Chinese fungus that is becoming increasingly popular for its health benefits. This comprehensive review explains how scientists extract and purify the beneficial polysaccharides from golden ear, and what makes them effective against diseases like diabetes and inflammation. The research shows these mushroom polysaccharides could be used in medicines, functional foods, and even cosmetics to improve human health.

therapeutic action: Immunostimulatory