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Natural Ingredients to Improve Immunity

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Many natural ingredients from plants, mushrooms, and other sources can boost your immune system and help fight infections. These include well-known items like garlic, ginger, and vitamin C, as well as lesser-known compounds like β-glucans from mushrooms and melatonin from plant sources. Proper nutrition with adequate vitamins and minerals is crucial for maintaining a strong immune system that protects you from disease without overreacting and causing autoimmune problems.

Exploring the health benefits of Ganoderma: antimicrobial properties and mechanisms of action

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Ganoderma is a medicinal mushroom that has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years and is now being studied for its ability to fight infections. The mushroom contains special compounds like polysaccharides and triterpenoids that can kill harmful bacteria and fungi in multiple ways—by breaking down their cell walls, stopping them from reproducing, and boosting your immune system. Scientists have found that Ganoderma works against many dangerous bacteria including antibiotic-resistant strains, and it may offer a natural alternative to conventional antibiotics as antibiotic resistance becomes a major global health problem.

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

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Scientists created special membranes from medicinal mushrooms that can help heal wounds and regenerate damaged skin. These membranes are grown naturally in liquid culture and enriched with extract from mango peels to fight bacteria and promote healing. The material is completely natural, biodegradable, and performs better than many conventional wound healing materials, making it an eco-friendly option for medical applications.

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.

Exploring the health benefits of Ganoderma: antimicrobial properties and mechanisms of action

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Ganoderma is a medicinal mushroom that has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years and shows promise as a natural antibiotic. The mushroom contains special compounds like polysaccharides and triterpenoids that can kill harmful bacteria and fungi by damaging their cell walls and boosting your immune system. Recent research shows it works against common infections like those caused by staph bacteria and E. coli, and may even help fight antibiotic-resistant germs.

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.

Clinical benefits of β-glucan supplementation in children: a review

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This review examines how β-glucan, a natural fiber found in mushrooms, yeast, and grains, can help strengthen children’s immune systems and improve their health. Studies show that β-glucan supplementation may reduce the frequency and severity of colds and respiratory infections, improve digestive health, help control blood sugar levels, and support overall development. The evidence suggests that β-glucan could be a valuable dietary supplement for malnourished or immunocompromised children worldwide.

Chitosan and Chitooligosaccharide: The Promising Non-Plant-Derived Prebiotics with Multiple Biological Activities

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Chitosan and chitooligosaccharide are natural compounds derived from crustacean shells and fungi that act as prebiotics to improve gut health. These compounds can fight bacteria and viruses, reduce inflammation, protect against oxidative stress, and help maintain healthy weight and blood sugar levels. They represent a promising, biodegradable alternative to synthetic pharmaceuticals with multiple health benefits.

Fungal and Microalgal Chitin: Structural Differences, Functional Properties, and Biomedical Applications

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Chitin is a natural fiber found in mushrooms, algae, and shellfish that has many medical and industrial uses. Traditional chitin from shellfish shells has environmental and contamination problems, so scientists are studying chitin from mushrooms and algae as cleaner alternatives. These sources produce chitin with different structures that can be better for certain medical applications, and can be extracted using environmentally friendly methods.

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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