therapeutic action: wound healing promotion

Mushrooms-Rich Preparations on Wound Healing: From Nutritional to Medicinal Attributes

Mushrooms are nutritious foods that contain beneficial compounds like β-glucans and polysaccharides which can help wounds heal faster. These compounds work by activating immune cells and promoting collagen production, which are essential for skin repair. Research shows that mushroom extracts from species like Ganoderma lucidum and Hericium erinaceus can accelerate wound closure in experimental models and may benefit diabetic wound care and burn treatment.

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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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Electrospinning Enables Opportunity for Green and Effective Antibacterial Coatings of Medical Devices

Scientists have developed a greener way to coat medical devices like wound dressings and catheters with antibacterial materials using electrospun fibers. These tiny fibers are made from natural, renewable materials and release antimicrobial agents slowly and effectively to prevent infections. Unlike traditional antibiotics that can create resistance, these coatings use multiple attack methods against bacteria, making them harder for microbes to develop resistance against.

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Assessment of Cosmetic Properties and Safety of Use of Model Washing Gels with Reishi, Maitake and Lion’s Mane Extracts

Researchers tested three medicinal mushrooms (Maitake, Lion’s Mane, and Reishi) as ingredients in washing gels to improve their safety and effectiveness. The study found that these mushroom extracts reduced skin irritation, improved skin moisturization, and boosted antioxidant protection better than gels without them. Maitake extract performed particularly well, showing the strongest antioxidant properties. These findings suggest mushroom extracts could be valuable natural alternatives in everyday skincare products.

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

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.

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Functionalized Micellar Membranes from Medicinal Mushrooms as Promising Self-Growing Bioscaffolds

Researchers created special membranes from medicinal mushrooms that could be used for wound healing and skin repairs. These membranes were grown in laboratory conditions and then treated with mango peel extract, which gave them antimicrobial properties to fight bacteria. The membranes are biodegradable, environmentally friendly, and work similar to the structure of skin tissue, making them promising for medical applications.

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Successful Treatment of Fungal Dermatitis in a Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus)

A bottlenose dolphin at a Japanese aquarium developed a serious fungal infection on its tail fin while suffering from severe digestive problems and weight loss. The infection was caused by two types of fungi that are normally hard to treat because they resist many antifungal medications. Veterinarians successfully treated the dolphin using a combination of two antifungal drugs (voriconazole and terbinafine), surgical removal of dead tissue, and daily wound cleaning with special solutions. The dolphin’s wound eventually healed completely, and this is the first documented successful treatment of these particular fungal infections in bottlenose dolphins.

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Polyphenolic Hispolon Derived from Medicinal Mushrooms of the Inonotus and Phellinus Genera Promotes Wound Healing in Hyperglycemia-Induced Impairments

Researchers tested a natural compound called hispolon, extracted from medicinal mushrooms, to see if it could help heal wounds in diabetic patients. Using both laboratory cells and diabetic rats, they found that hispolon successfully reduced cell damage caused by high blood sugar, improved wound closure, and promoted healthy tissue growth. The compound worked as well as an existing diabetic wound cream and showed no harmful side effects, suggesting it could become a new natural treatment option for diabetic wound complications.

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Isolation, Characterization, and Wound-Healing Potential of β-D-Glucan from Lycoperdon pyriforme Schaeff

Researchers isolated and studied a compound called β-D-glucan from puffball mushrooms (Lycoperdon pyriforme) that have been traditionally used to heal wounds and stop bleeding. Laboratory tests showed this compound safely promotes the movement and growth of skin cells that help wounds close without harming red blood cells, and it actually helps blood clot faster. These findings support the traditional use of this mushroom and suggest it could be developed into a new natural wound-healing treatment.

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