The protective effects of a polysaccharide from shiitake mushroom
High levels of glucose can be harmful to islet beta cells, which are crucial for insulin production. In this study, researchers examined the protective effects
Antimicrobial activity of oyster mushroom
In this study, researchers examined the antimicrobial properties of four different oyster mushroom species: Pleurotus ostreatus (grey and white strains), Pleurotus cornucopiae (bright yellow strain),
Immune augmentation and tumor inhibition by glucans isolated from the mycelia and fruit body of Pleurotus ostreatus
With the rise in cancer cases, finding medical alternatives with fewer side effects has become crucial. In this study, novel glucans and glycans from the
Suppression of tumor growth by Pleurotus ferulae ethanol extract
Cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide. Edible medicinal mushrooms have long been used in traditional medicine to help cancer patients. Recently, scientists
Pleurotus ostreatus inhibits proliferation of human breast and colon cancer cells
Although mushrooms are widely consumed around the world, only two epidemiological studies have shown that eating mushrooms might reduce the risk of cancer. In this
Antioxidant, antitumor and immunostimulatory activities of the polypeptide from Pleurotus eryngii mushroom
The aim of study was to explore the antioxidant, antitumor, and immune-boosting effects of a polypeptide extracted from the mycelium of Pleurotus eryngii (PEMP). Researchers
Antihyperglycemic activity of mushroom Pleurotus ferulae
The production of edible and medicinal mushrooms has been growing steadily due to their beneficial effects on health. In this study, researchers looked into how
Toxicity of Reishi mushroom in children with cancer
Cancer is among the most common serious illnesses affecting children, and chemotherapy treatments often result in numerous potentially life-threatening side effects, including febrile neutropenia and
Investigation of lovastatin from three Oyster Mushroom species
In study, researchers focused on examining the presence and amount of lovastatin, a drug used to lower cholesterol, in three popular edible oyster mushroom species.
Identification of the antidepressant function of the mushroom Pleurotus eryngii
The edible mushroom Pleurotus eryngii produces various beneficial molecules that affect human health. Recently, researchers discovered that P. eryngii produces substances with antidepressant effects. An