PMID: Biomed Res Int. 2019 ;2019:7528609. Epub 2019 Apr 16. PMID: 31139649 Abstract Title: Structural Elucidation and Immune-Enhancing Effects of Novel Polysaccharide from. Abstract: Beta-glucan (-glucan) is a macromolecule structure where glucose unit has bonded through-glycosidic bond at 1 and 3 positions. It is well known as a natural immunomodulator without exhibiting any side effects …
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Grifola frondosa extract and ergosterol reduce allergic reactions in an allergy mouse model by suppressing the degranulation of mast cells.
PMID: Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2019 Dec ;83(12):2280-2287. Epub 2019 Aug 14. PMID: 31412751 Abstract Title: extract and ergosterol reduce allergic reactions in an allergy mouse model by suppressing the degranulation of mast cells. Abstract: The increasing number of patients suffering from allergic diseases is a global health problem.is an edible mushroom consumed as a health …
The positive effects of Grifola frondosa heteropolysaccharide on NAFLD and regulation of the gut microbiota.
PMID: Int J Mol Sci. 2019 Oct 24 ;20(21). Epub 2019 Oct 24. PMID: 31653116 Abstract Title: The Positive Effects ofHeteropolysaccharide on NAFLD and Regulation of the Gut Microbiota. Abstract: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a major public health problem in many countries. In this study, the ability ofheteropolysaccharide (GFP) to ameliorate NAFLD was …
Synergistic immuno-modulatory activity in human macrophages of a medicinal mushroom formulation consisting of Reishi, Shiitake and Maitake.
PMID: PLoS One. 2019 ;14(11):e0224740. Epub 2019 Nov 7. PMID: 31697749 Abstract Title: Synergistic immuno-modulatory activity in human macrophages of a medicinal mushroom formulation consisting of Reishi, Shiitake and Maitake. Abstract: A key characteristic of mushroom polysaccharides that elicit an immunomodulatory response is that they are rich inβ-glucans and low in α-glucans. In this study …
Hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic activities of Grifola frondosa polysaccharides.
PMID: Int J Biol Macromol. 2019 Nov 20. Epub 2019 Nov 20. PMID: 31759027 Abstract Title: Hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic activities of Grifola frondosa polysaccharides and their relationships with the modulation of intestinal microflora in diabetic mice induced by high-fat diet and streptozotocin. Abstract: This study aimed to investigate the hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic activities of polysaccharides …
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A polysaccharide from Grifola frondosa fruit body induces HT-29 cells apoptosis by PI3K/AKT-MAPKs and NF-κB-pathway.
PMID: Int J Biol Macromol. 2020 Mar 15 ;147:79-88. Epub 2020 Jan 8. PMID: 31923503 Abstract Title: A polysaccharide from Grifola frondosa fruit body induces HT-29 cells apoptosis by PI3K/AKT-MAPKs and NF-κB-pathway. Abstract: BACKGROUND: A neutral polysaccharide was isolated from the fruiting body of a mushroom Grifola frondosa (GFP-A). The tumor suppressive activity of GFP-A …
Meta-analysis on effect of Grifola frondosa polysaccharide in regulating in vivo immunoregulatory function.
PMID: Zhongguo Zhong Yao Za Zhi. 2019 Dec ;44(23):5174-5183. PMID: 32237355 Abstract Title: [Meta-analysis on effect of Grifola frondosa polysaccharide in regulating in vivo immunoregulatory function on animal disease models]. Abstract: The study aimed to explore the in vivo immunoregulatory function of Grifola frondosa polysaccharide( GFP) on animal disease models. Databases of PubMed,Embase,Web of Scinece,CNKI,CBM …
Host microRNAs and exosomes that modulate influenza virus infection.
PMID: Virus Res. 2020 Apr 2 ;279:197885. Epub 2020 Jan 22. PMID: 31981772 Abstract Title: Host microRNAs and exosomes that modulate influenza virus infection. Abstract: MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small non-coding RNAs that post-transcriptionally regulate over half of human protein-coding genes and play a vital role in cellular development, proliferation, metabolism, and homeostasis. Exosomes are rounded …
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Human immunodeficiency virus-associated exosomes promote Kaposi’s sarcoma-associated herpesvirus infection.
PMID: J Virol. 2020 Apr 16 ;94(9). Epub 2020 Apr 16. PMID: 32051269 Abstract Title: Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Associated Exosomes Promote Kaposi's Sarcoma-Associated Herpesvirus Infection via the Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor. Abstract: Kaposi's sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV) is the causal agent for Kaposi's sarcoma (KS), the most common malignancy in people living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/AIDS. …
Astragaloside IV attenuates IL-1β secretion by enhancing autophagy in H1N1 infection.
PMID: FEMS Microbiol Lett. 2020 Feb 1 ;367(4). PMID: 32108899 Abstract Title: Astragaloside IV attenuates IL-1β secretion by enhancing autophagy in H1N1 infection. Abstract: Excessive secretion of inflammatory factors (cytokine storm) plays a significant role in H1N1-induced acute pneumonia, and autophagy acts as a cell-intrinsic mechanism to regulate inflammation. Astragaloside IV (AS-IV), originating from the …
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