therapeutic action: wound healing acceleration

Antimicrobial and prebiotic properties of Weissella confusa B4-2 exopolysaccharide and its effects on matrix metalloproteinase genes expression

Researchers discovered that a bacterium called Weissella confusa produces a sticky substance (exopolysaccharide) that has multiple health benefits. This substance fights harmful bacteria, acts as an antioxidant, helps heal wounds, and may slow down skin aging by reducing proteins that break down collagen. Because this bacterium produces much more of this substance than other commonly studied bacteria, it could be used in food preservation, health supplements, and anti-aging skincare products.

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Amorphophallus konjac: traditional uses, bioactive potential, and emerging health applications

Konjac is a plant used in Asian cuisine and traditional medicine for thousands of years that contains a special fiber called glucomannan. This fiber can help with weight loss, blood sugar control, and cholesterol reduction while also supporting a healthy gut and reducing inflammation. Modern research shows promising potential for using konjac to help prevent serious diseases like colorectal cancer and manage conditions like diabetes and inflammatory bowel disease.

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Fungal β-Glucans: Biological Properties, Immunomodulatory Effects, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Applications

β-glucans are beneficial compounds found in fungi and some plants that help your body in multiple ways. They boost your immune system, lower cholesterol and blood sugar, protect against oxidative stress, and may help fight cancer and infections. Recent research shows they could be useful as diagnostic markers for fungal infections and as vaccine boosters, especially for diseases like COVID-19.

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Crab vs. Mushroom: A Review of Crustacean and Fungal Chitin in Wound Treatment

Chitin, a natural material found in crab shells and mushrooms, can be used to make wound dressings that speed up healing and fight infection. The review compares these two sources, finding that crab-derived chitin has been studied more extensively and has several commercial products available, while mushroom-derived chitin offers advantages like lower cost and easier processing. Both types work by promoting cell growth, stopping bleeding, and killing bacteria, making them promising alternatives to traditional wound dressings for treating difficult-to-heal wounds.

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