ReviewInternational journal of microbiology2015
Edible mushrooms: improving human health and promoting quality life.
Review in International journal of microbiology, 2015. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 218 papers, 4 of them syntheses that pooled it.
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218 citing papers in PubMed, 4 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 991 citations in OpenAlex.
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- Effect of the Intake of Oyster MushroomsNutrients · 2020Pooled it
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- Sustainable mushroom cultivation: a scoping review on circular bioeconomy practices and food system implications.World journal of microbiology & biotechnology · 2026Article
- Substrate-Driven Modulation of Nutritional Composition and Bioactive Compound Profile inFoods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Mushrooms as potent autophagy modulators in cancer therapy: Current evidence and therapeutic prospects.Cancer pathogenesis and therapy · 2026Review
- From Pellets to Snacks: Effects of Deep-Frying and Microwave Heating on Polyphenols, Physicochemical Properties and Sensory Profiles of Mushroom-Enriched Snacks.Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Metabolite profiling and enhanced antimicrobial and nematicidal activities of zinc oxide nanoparticle-biofortified Pleurotus mushrooms.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Green Biosynthesis of Bioactive Streptomyces Metabolites Using Edible Mushrooms: Implications for Glycemic Control and Hepatic Protection in Diabetic Rats.Food science & nutrition · 2026Article
- Feeding of Agaricus bisporus Mushrooms is Impacted by Mycelium Colonization Time and Network Architecture.Environmental microbiology · 2026Article
- Fermentation of brewer's spent grains by Pleurotus ostreatus: process optimization by response surface methodology.Bioresources and bioprocessing · 2026Article
- Influence of Different Selenium Biofortification Methods on Structural Features and Antioxidant Bioactivities ofFoods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Nanomaterials in Edible Mushroom Production: Yield Optimization, Biofortification and SDG Alignment.Food science & nutrition · 2026Review
- Fungal Diversity and Potential Health Benefits of Mycophagy in Chacma Baboons (Papio ursinus).American journal of primatology · 2026Article
- Mushroom biotech startups help address global challenges.Nature communications · 2026Review
- Current Knowledge and Utilization of Medicinal Plants and Fungi in Northeastern Croatia.Plants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Phylogenetic Analysis and Nutritional Evaluation ofMycobiology · 2026Article
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Abstract
Mushrooms have been consumed since earliest history; ancient Greeks believed that mushrooms provided strength for warriors in battle, and the Romans perceived them as the "Food of the Gods." For centuries, the Chinese culture has treasured mushrooms as a health food, an "elixir of life." They have been part of the human culture for thousands of years and have considerable interest in the most important civilizations in history because of their sensory characteristics; they have been recognized for their attractive culinary attributes. Nowadays, mushrooms are popular valuable foods because they are low in calories, carbohydrates, fat, and sodium: also, they are cholesterol-free. Besides, mushrooms provide important nutrients, including selenium, potassium, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin D, proteins, and fiber. All together with a long history as food source, mushrooms are important for their healing capacities and properties in traditional medicine. It has reported beneficial effects for health and treatment of some diseases. Many nutraceutical properties are described in mushrooms, such as prevention or treatment of Parkinson, Alzheimer, hypertension, and high risk of stroke. They are also utilized to reduce the likelihood of cancer invasion and metastasis due to antitumoral attributes. Mushrooms act as antibacterial, immune system enhancer and cholesterol lowering agents; additionally, they are important sources of bioactive compounds. As a result of these properties, some mushroom extracts are used to promote human health and are found as dietary supplements.
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