Symptom improvements and adverse effects with Reishi mushroom use: A Cross-Sectional survey of cancer patients [PDF]
Integrative Medicine ResearchBackground: Reishi, a medicinal mushroom, is increasingly used for symptom control by cancer patients worldwide. However, data around patients' experiences with Reishi in oncology are lacking, limiting safe, effective clinical applications.
Xiaotong Li +6 more
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Immuno-physiological effects of dietary reishi mushroom powder as a source of beta-glucan on Rohu, Labeo rohita challenged with Aeromonas veronii [PDF]
Scientific Reports, 2023 Beta-glucans have immense potential to stimulate immune modulation in fish by being injected intramuscularly, supplemented with feed or immersion routes of administration.
Tutul Kumar Saha +5 more
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Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi mushroom) for cancer treatment. [PDF]
Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2016 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.
Jin X, Ruiz Beguerie J, Sze DM, Chan GC.
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Patients’ Expectations and Barriers Toward Reishi Mushroom Use in Cancer Care: A Cross-Sectional Survey [PDF]
Integrative Cancer TherapiesBackground: Reishi mushroom is one of the most commonly used supplements among cancer patients. However, limited data exists on why patients choose Reishi. This study aimed to explore patients’ expectations and barriers to using Reishi.
Xiaotong Li PhD +8 more
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Resolution of Cutaneous Sarcoidosis Following Topical Application of Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi Mushroom). [PDF]
Dermatol Ther (Heidelb), 2016 Ganoderma lucidum (reishi mushroom) has been used in traditional Chinese and Japanese medicine as a herbal remedy for over 2000 years. Studies have shown that G. lucidum has anti-allergic, anti-oxidant, anti-tumor, anti-viral, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Saylam Kurtipek G +4 more
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Effect of Wheat Flour Substitution with Medicinal Mushroom Powder on Protein and Starch Digestibility and Functional Properties of Bread [PDF]
MoleculesMedicinal mushrooms are recognised as a source of bioactive polysaccharides and proteins with potential health benefits. This study presents the first comparative evaluation of wheat bread fortified with powdered fruiting bodies of three medicinal ...
Paulina Łysakowska +2 more
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The Impact of Ganoderma lucidum (Curtis) P. Karst. Supplementation on the Technological, Chemical, and Quality Parameters of Wheat Bread [PDF]
FoodsThis study explores the incorporation of Ganoderma lucidum (Curtis) P. Karst. (Reishi mushroom) into wheat bread to develop a functional food with enhanced nutritional value.
Paulina Łysakowska +4 more
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Innovative eco-sustainable reishi mushroom-based adsorbents for progesterone removal and agricultural sustainability. [PDF]
RSC AdvThe pervasive presence of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), particularly progesterone, in aquatic ecosystems poses significant ecological and human health risks, necessitating the development of sustainable and efficient removal strategies.
Abdelwahab A +8 more
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Therapeutic potential of Ganoderma lucidum/ Reishi mushroom
Journal of the Pakistan Medical AssociationGanoderma lucidum, commonly known as Reishi mushroom, has a history of use in traditional Chinese, Japanese, and Korean medicine. It has the ability to support treatments for diseases such as diabetes, neurodegenerative disorders, atherosclerosis, and
Aroosa Rehman +3 more
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A toxicological assessment of Ganoderma lucidum and Cordyceps militaris mushroom powders [PDF]
Frontiers in ToxicologyGonoderma lucidum (G. lucidum) and Cordyceps militaris (C. militaris) are among the many mushrooms known for their long history of use in traditional medicine. Wildcrafted sources of mushrooms including G. lucidum and C.
Paola P. Chrysostomou +5 more
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