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Ganoderma Lucidum (Reishi mushroom) for cancer treatment [PDF]

open access: yesCochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2009
Ganoderma lucidum is a natural medicine that is widely used and recommended by Asian physicians and naturopaths for its supporting effects on immune system. Laboratory research and a handful of preclinical trials have suggested that G. lucidum carries promising anticancer and immunomodulatory properties. The popularity of taking G.
Chan, GCF   +3 more
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Essential and toxic elements intake from botanical extracts: a probabilistic risk–benefit evaluation within the Italian dietary context

open access: yesJournal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, EarlyView.
Abstract BACKGROUND Botanical extracts are widely consumed for their claimed health benefits, yet their safety profile with respect to chronic consumption remains poorly characterized. Understanding the potential health risks associated with their inorganic content is a crucial issue for ensuring safe use, along with a characterization of the ...
Giovanni Tommaso Lanza   +5 more
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Mycoponics: Controlled Bioproduction Utilizing Biophysical, Solid‐State, Liquid Nutrient Delivery

open access: yesBiotechnology Journal, Volume 21, Issue 2, February 2026.
Graphical Abstract and Lay Summary Mycoponic biotechnology, inspired by hydroponics—is enabled by antimicrobial ceramics as “substrate,” using a complete mycoponic media for continuous bioproduction of mycelial and mushroom products. Applications include food, mycoleather, and mycopharmaceuticals, representing 18% of the global market.
D. Marshall Porterfield   +9 more
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Ganoderma Lucidum(Reishi) in Cancer Treatment

open access: yesIntegrative Cancer Therapies, 2003
The popular edible mushroom Ganoderma lucidum(Reishi) has been widely used for the general promotion of health and longevity in Asian countries. The dried powder of Ganoderma lucidumwas popular as a cancer chemotherapy agent in ancient China. The authors recently demonstrated that Ganoderma luciduminhibits constitutively active transcription factors ...
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Bioactive Properties Of Commercial Reishi Mushroom Products In Powder Form

open access: yesTekirdağ Ziraat Fakültesi Dergisi, 2021
Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi mushroom) has well known history of use with regards to ensuring health effects and longevity in Asian countries. Besides, it has an antioxidative protection system to protect the living organism from the action of free radicals. This study examines the bioactive properties of powder form of G.
Ahmet Şükrü DEMİRCİ   +3 more
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Cosmeceutical and Dermatological Potential of Shiitake Mushroom (Lentinula edodes) Extract

open access: yesJournal of Cosmetic Dermatology, Volume 25, Issue 2, February 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Shiitake mushroom (Lentinula edodes) contains polysaccharides, phenolics, and β‐glucans known for their antioxidant and nutraceutical properties; however, its dermatological applications remain limited. Objective This study aimed to evaluate the antioxidant potential, enzyme inhibition activities, and cytotoxicity of freeze‐dried ...
Sibel Dikmen Kucuk   +5 more
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Gradients of Aliveness and Engineering: A Taxonomy of Fungal Engineered Living Materials

open access: yesAdvanced Materials, Volume 38, Issue 5, 22 January 2026.
This paper explores the potential of fungal engineered living materials (ELMs), examining fungal biology and growth mechanisms, which underpin their development. It presents a classification framework based on aliveness, scaffold composition, and engineering degree. Unique properties such as self‐healing, biosensing, and bioremediation are highlighted,
Elise Elsacker   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Adaptogenic Effects of Mushroom Blend Supplementation on Stress, Fatigue, and Sleep: A Randomised, Double‐Blind, and Placebo‐Controlled Trial

open access: yesBrain and Behavior, Volume 16, Issue 1, January 2026.
In a randomized, double‐blind, placebo‐controlled trial, 50 moderately to severely stressed adults received Restake or placebo for 12 weeks. Psychological outcomes, including anxiety, depression, fatigue, perceived stress, and sleep quality, were evaluated alongside stress‐related biomarkers.
Ahmad Safiyyu'd‐din Hisamuddin   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

rFIP‐GMI Suppresses IGF‐1–Induced Invasion and Migration in Breast Cancer Cells via PI3K/Akt/β‐Catenin Inhibition

open access: yesDrug Development Research, Volume 86, Issue 8, December 2025.
ABSTRACT Insulin‐like growth factor‐1 (IGF‐I) promotes breast cancer (BC) progression by activating the phosphatidylinositol 3‐kinase (PI3K)/Akt pathway, which enhances invasion and migration through β‐catenin–mediated epithelial–mesenchymal transition (EMT).
Wen‐Ling Liao   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Protective Properties of the White Button Mushroom, Agaricus bisporus, in a Mouse Model of Colitis

open access: yesMolecular Nutrition &Food Research, Volume 69, Issue 19, October 2025.
In this study, whole mushroom powder (WMP) from white button mushrooms was tested for gut health benefits. In vitro digested WMP (IVD‐WMP) could reduce the permeability of a gastrointestinal cell layer. In mouse studies, WMP was tested as a preventative and a treatment for dextran sulfate sodium (DSS) induced colitis. WMP could improve recovery, reduce
Elaine Dempsey   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

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