Research Topic: anti-inflammatory activity

Bioactive Potential of Tocosh Supplemented with Selenium-Enriched Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Biomass

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Researchers enhanced a traditional Peruvian fermented potato food called tocosh by adding selenium-enriched yeast. This combination reduced inflammation markers in immune cells without affecting its blood sugar impact or antioxidant properties. The resulting product shows promise as a functional food that could help people manage inflammatory conditions while improving nutritional content.

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Insights into metabolic and pharmacological profiling of Aspergillus ficuum through bioinformatics and experimental techniques

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Researchers studied a fungus called Aspergillus ficuum and found it contains compounds with potential medicinal benefits. The fungal extract showed strong antibacterial activity against disease-causing bacteria and reduced inflammation in mice. Additionally, the extract had antioxidant properties that help fight harmful free radicals, with no toxic effects observed, making it a promising candidate for developing new medications.

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Chemical Composition and In Vitro Biological Activity of the Polar and Non-Polar Fractions Obtained from the Roots of Eleutherococcus senticosus (Rupr. et Maxim.) Maxim

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Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) roots contain powerful antioxidant compounds that may help with inflammation, blood sugar control, and brain health. Researchers found that certain plant fractions were particularly rich in protective compounds like chlorogenic acid and caffeic acid. However, the study also discovered a concerning finding: these plant compounds protected cancer cells from chemotherapy drugs, suggesting people undergoing cancer treatment should be cautious about using this supplement.

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Evaluating the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective potential of fruiting body and mycelium extracts from edible yellow morel (Morchella esculenta L. Pers.)

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This study examined morel mushrooms from Pakistan to see if they could help treat Alzheimer’s disease and related brain conditions. Researchers tested both the fruiting bodies and the root-like mycelia of Morchella esculenta mushrooms for their ability to fight oxidative stress, reduce inflammation, and inhibit an enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine, a brain chemical important for memory. The results showed that morel extracts, especially from fruiting bodies collected in certain regions, worked as well as or better than conventional medications, suggesting these common edible mushrooms could be developed into treatments for neurodegenerative diseases.

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Advances in Fungal Natural Products: Insights into Bioactivity and Therapeutic Potential

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Medicinal mushrooms and fungi contain powerful natural chemicals that can boost immunity, reduce inflammation, fight cancer, and protect the brain. Scientists are now better able to identify and study these compounds using advanced techniques, and some are being tested as supplements or alongside traditional medicines. This research shows that mushrooms could become important tools in treating diseases like inflammatory bowel disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and cancer.

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