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Polysaccharides and Plant Cell Walls Pharmacology

3 papers

Chemistry, Nutrition, and Health-Promoting Properties of Hericium erinaceus (Lion’s Mane) Mushroom Fruiting Bodies and Mycelia and Their Bioactive Compounds

Mendel Friedman
Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry Summary & key facts 2015 304 citations

This paper is a 2015 review that brings together many studies about the lion’s mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus). It describes the mushroom’s chemical makeup, nutrients, food uses, and about 70 identified bioactive compounds. The review reports many claimed health effects seen in cell, animal, and some human studies—such as anti-inflammatory…

Fungal Biology and Applications Medicinal Plants and Bioactive Compounds Polysaccharides and Plant Cell Walls

The use of Hericium erinaceus and Trametes versicolor extracts in supportive treatment in oncology

Mateusz Winder, Weronika Bulska, Jerzy Chudek
Acta Pharmaceutica Summary & key facts 2020 12 citations

This is a review of research on two edible fungi, Hericium erinaceus (lion’s mane) and Trametes versicolor (turkey tail). Lab studies and animal studies show their extracts can affect the immune system and have possible anticancer, anti-inflammatory, and nerve-regenerating actions. The authors say these extracts could help support chemotherapy more…

Fungal Biology and Applications Phytochemistry and Bioactivity Studies Polysaccharides and Plant Cell Walls

Lion’s Mane Mushroom- From Culinary to Medicine

Gilbert David, Jessica O. Williams
Annals of Innovation in Medicine Summary & key facts 2023 1 citation

Lion's Mane is a mushroom found across the Northern Hemisphere. It is rich in nutrients and contains active compounds like polysaccharides and phenolic compounds. Some research suggests it may help brain health, nerve recovery, mood, digestion, heart health, blood sugar control, cancer prevention, and immunity. The article says it is…

Fungal Biology and Applications Medicinal Plants and Bioactive Compounds Polysaccharides and Plant Cell Walls
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