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Study protocol: The efficacy of mushroom to prevent cognitive decline in at-risk middle-aged adults and young-olds living in the community

Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience Summary & key facts 2025 2 citations

This paper describes a planned study to test whether eating a specific mushroom powder can help prevent thinking and memory problems in people aged 45–74 who are at higher risk for dementia. The plan has two parts: a 10-year follow-up of an existing group of over 1,000 older adults, and…

Cancer-related cognitive impairment studies Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research Medicinal Plants and Bioactive Compounds

Lion’s Mane Mushroom- From Culinary to Medicine

Gilbert David, Jessica O. Williams

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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