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The aim of this study was to investigate the antimicrobial activity and antimicrobial mechanisms of lauroyl arginate ethyl (LAE) against Listeria monocytogenes and its practical application in controlling microbial growth on enoki mushrooms. LAE showed strong antimicrobial activity against L.

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Turkey Tail · 2025 · Journal Article · Food chemistry

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antiproliferative properties of extracted Turkey tail (Trametes versicolor Lloyd) mushroom components microencapsulated with inulin.

The stability, interactions, and bioaccessibility of bioactive components modify the potential functionality of newly developed inulin-based microcapsules containing polysaccharide (PF) and ethanol-extractable fractions (EEF) of turkey tail..

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Shiitake · 2025 · Research Article · Food chemistry: X

Assessment of the correlations among 1,2-dicarbonyl compounds, advanced glycation end products, and raw material chemical components of fried shiitake mushroom (Lentinula edodes) crisps.

This study investigated the formation of harmful Maillard reaction products (MRPs), particularly advanced glycation end products (AGEs) and 1,2-dicarbonyl compounds, in fried shiitake mushroom crisps prepared from ten types of Lentinula edodes, in relation to their inherent chemical components..

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Maitake · 2025 · Preprint · journal metadata

Attenuative effect of Grifola frondosa (maitake mushroom) on severe DSS-induced colitis in vitamin D-deficient mice

Scope Vitamin D deficiency, which has been a global health issue for decades, is involved in gut health and diseases. We examined the health benefits of Grifola frondosa (maitake mushroom), a potent dietary source of fungal vitamin D (D 2 ), on DSS-induced colitis in vitamin D-deficient mice..

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Lion's Mane · 2025 · Systematic Review · Frontiers in nutrition

Benefits, side effects, and uses of Hericium erinaceus as a supplement: a systematic review.

INTRODUCTION: Hericium erinaceus (HE), commonly known as the Lion's Mane mushroom, is an edible, medicinal fungus containing bioactive polysaccharides. It shows promising properties, including neuroprotective, anti-tumor, antioxidant, anti-proliferative, and anti-inflammatory effects..

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Lion's Mane · 2025 · Review · Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Bioactive Polysaccharides from Hericium erinaceus: Extraction, Structure, Bioactivities, and Applications.

Hericium erinaceus, an edible fungus belonging to the family Odontaceae, is predominantly found in Western Europe, North America, and East Asia. In China, it primarily thrives in the mountainous and forested regions in the northeast, north, and southwest..

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Shiitake · 2025 · Research Article · Bioengineered

Biorefining spent substrates of shiitake (Lentinula edodes) and oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus): enzymatic saccharification of cellulose and xylan, with lignin recovery from residues.

Spent mushroom substrate (SMS), the main by-product of mushroom cultivation, is a source of sugars that can be released by saccharification. This work aimed at investigating the enzymatic saccharification of the polysaccharides of the SMS of shiitake (Lentinula edodes) and oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) and….

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Oyster Mushroom · 2025 · Journal Article · Biodegradation

Bioremediation of methotrexate by Pleurotus ostreatus pellets: effects on morphology and biotransformation insights.

Methotrexate (MTX), a widely used antineoplastic drug, poses significant environmental risks due to its persistence and toxicity. This study evaluated the potential of Pleurotus ostreatus fungal pellets for MTX degradation and investigated the underlying removal mechanisms and morphological effects..

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Reishi · 2025 · Journal Article · Journal of ethnopharmacology

Biotransformation of Ganoderma lucidum and Hericium erinaceus for ex vivo gut-brain axis modulation and mood-related outcomes in humans: CREB/BDNF signaling and microbiota-driven synergies.

BACKGROUND: The human gut microbiota plays a crucial role in various aspects of health, extending beyond digestion and nutrient absorption. Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi) and Hericium erinaceus (Lion's Mane), traditional medicinal mushrooms, have garnered interest due to their potential to exert positive health effects..

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Journal Article · Microbial Pathogenesis

Bovine serum albumin-chitosan nanoparticles loaded with Cordyceps militaris extract: A novel approach to combat MDR bacteria

The application of Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA) nanoparticles in the medical field has gained substantial attention due to their biocompatibility and multifunctionality as drug delivery systems..

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Journal Article · Microbial pathogenesis

Bovine serum albumin-chitosan nanoparticles loaded with Cordyceps militaris extract: A novel approach to combat MDR bacteria.

The application of Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA) nanoparticles in the medical field has gained substantial attention due to their biocompatibility and multifunctionality as drug delivery systems..

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Shiitake · 2025 · Research Article · Microorganisms

Cadmium Tolerance and Detoxification Mechanisms of Lentinula edodes: Physiology, Subcellular Distribution, and Chemical Forms.

Lentinula edodes has a strong cadmium-enrichment ability, posing a potential threat to human health. However, the cadmium tolerance and detoxification mechanisms of Lentinula edodes are not understood..

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King Oyster · 2025 · Journal Article · Carbohydrate polymers

Carboxymethyl chitosan-induced modification of the structure and regulation of the thermal aggregation of Pleurotus eryngii protein fractions to improve gel properties

In recent years, interactions between polysaccharides and proteins have been widely considered for use to improve protein gel performances. We previously found carboxymethyl chitosan (CMCS) can increase Pleurotus eryngii protein (PEP) gel properties, but the contributions of different key PEP fractions to overall gel….

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King Oyster · 2025 · Journal Article · Carbohydrate polymers

Carboxymethyl chitosan-induced modification of the structure and regulation of the thermal aggregation of Pleurotus eryngii protein fractions to improve gel properties.

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Reishi · 2025 · Journal Article · Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis

Characterization of metabolites of ganoderic acids extract from Ganoderma lucidum in rats using UHPLC-MS/MS.

Ganoderic acids, the primary active compound cluster in Ganoderma lucidum (Chinese name: Lingzhi), one of the most reputed herbal medicines, play a crucial role in its immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer properties..

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King Oyster · 2025 · Journal Article · Journal of food science

Characterization of nutritional and volatile flavor compounds of Pleurotus eryngii under different cultivation methods.

Pleurotus eryngii (DC.) Quél.is a nutritious mushroom. Efforts have been made by modifying cultivation conditions to increase the yield of P.

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Research Article · International journal of molecular sciences

Chitosan Nanoparticle-Encapsulated Cordyceps militaris Grown on Germinated Rhynchosia nulubilis Reduces Type II Alveolar Epithelial Cell Apoptosis in PM2.5-Induced Lung Injury.

Chitosan nanoparticles (CNPs) were synthesized in this study to enhance the limited bioactivity and stability of Cordyceps militaris grown on germinated Rhynchosia nulubilis (GRC) and effectively deliver it to target tissues..

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Reishi · 2025 · Randomized Controlled Trial · Nutrients

Clinical Evaluation of Ganoderma lucidum Spore Oil for Triglyceride Reduction: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Crossover Study.

Background: Ganoderma lucidum spore oil (GLSO) is widely recognized for its notable medicinal and nutritional properties. This study aimed to systematically evaluate the efficacy and safety of GLSO extract in individuals with dyslipidemia..

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Chaga · 2025 · Journal Article · World J Microbiol Biotechnol

Cloning and functional characterization of sesquiterpene synthase genes from Inonotus obliquus using a Saccharomyces cerevisiae expression system

Inonotus obliquus (Chaga mushroom) is a large medicinal and edible fungus that contains a wealth of bioactive terpenoids. However, the detection of certain low-abundance sesquiterpenoids remains a challenge due to limitations in extraction and analytical techniques..

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Chaga · 2025 · Journal Article · World journal of microbiology & biotechnology

Cloning and functional characterization of sesquiterpene synthase genes from Inonotus obliquus using a Saccharomyces cerevisiae expression system.

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Journal Article · International journal of medicinal mushrooms

Cognition-Enhancing Effects of Caterpillar Medicinal Mushroom Cordyceps militaris (Ascomycota) and Cordycepin in a Scopolamine-Induced Mouse Model.

Cognitive deficit is caused by a variety of neurodegenerative diseases, which lead to declines in learning, memory, and concentration. Cordyceps militaris (CM) and its major component, cordycepin (CO), are attracting attention as functional food ingredients due to their beneficial health effects such as liver….

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Reishi · 2025 · Journal Article · South African journal of botany

Cold atmospheric plasma is a potent tool to improve cosmetic bioactive compounds in Ganoderma lucidum suspension cultures

In the current decade, biological researchers have explored the use of cold plasma elicitors to increase the production of secondary metabolites in laboratory settings because of limitations in the natural harvesting of medicinal plants and fungi..

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King Oyster · 2025 · Journal Article · Computers and Electronics in Agriculture

Combining DeepLabV3 + and LSTM for intelligent drying strategy optimization in fruits and vegetables based on appearance quality: A case study of Pleurotus eryngii

Based on the DeepLabV3 + semantic segmentation model, this research incorporated the Content-Aware Reassembly of Features (CARAFE) module, Concurrent Spatial and Channel Squeeze and Channel Excitation (scSE) attention mechanism, and Improved-MobileNetV2 backbone network, proposing the DeepLab-CSB model to detect the….

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King Oyster · 2025 · Journal Article · Lebensmittel-Wissenschaft + [i.e. und] Technologie. Food science + technology. Science + technologie alimentaire

Comparative analysis of electrohydrodynamic, hot air, and natural air drying techniques on quality attributes and umami enhancement in king oyster mushroom (Pleurotus eryngii)

This study systematically examined the impacts of three distinct drying techniques (Electrohydrodynamics, Hot air and Natural air) on the physicochemical characteristics of king oyster mushroom..

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Enoki · 2025 · Preprint · journal metadata

Comparative Analysis of Methanol and Ethanol Extract of Flammulina velutipes on Primary Hippocampal Culture: From Neurodevelopment to Neuroprotection

Flammulina velutipes is a well-known edible mushroom which is consumed for its nutri-tional value. F.

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Journal Article · Food Research International

Comparative analysis of nutritional and flavor compound alterations in Cordyceps militaris juice fermented by single or mixed Lactobacillus strains

Cordyceps militaris (CM) is a precious edible and medicinal mushroom known for its bioactive components, which can potentially be enhanced through microbial fermentation..

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Shiitake · 2025 · Research Article · Journal of fungi (Basel, Switzerland)

Comparative Analysis of Volatile Aroma Compounds, Fatty Acids, and LOX Pathway Gene Expression of Two Lentinula edodes Mycelia.

Although the aroma profile of Lentinula edodes has been extensively studied in fruiting bodies, the mycelial stage provides a distinct context for elucidating the fundamental metabolic pathways, free from the complexities of organismal development. To elucidate the mechanism underlying aroma differences between L..

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Enoki · 2025 · Research Article · Food science and biotechnology

Comparative evaluation of sanitation strategies against Listeria monocytogenes on food-contact surfaces in enoki mushroom (Flammulina velutipes) processing facilities.

We investigated strategies to reduce Listeria monocytogenes contamination on food contact surfaces during enoki mushroom processing. Chemical disinfectants and thermal treatments were evaluated on conveyor belts, stainless steel, plastic surfaces, and Velcro strips..

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Journal Article · Journal of ethnopharmacology

Cordycepin Extracted from Cordyceps militaris mitigated CUMS-induced depression of rats via targeting GSK3β/β-catenin signaling pathway.

ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE: Cordycepin, the main active component of Cordyceps militaris, exhibits various pharmacological activities, including anti-tumor and antioxidant effects. However, its antidepressant effect and the underlying mechanisms remain unclear..

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Journal Article · Journal of ethnopharmacology

Cordyceps militaris alleviates COPD by regulating amino acid metabolism, gut microbiota and short chain fatty acids.

ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a global health challenge with the high morbidity and mortality. Cordyceps militaris (CM) is a medicinal fungus that has been widely used in Asia for centuries..

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Research Article · Journal of traditional and complementary medicine

Cordyceps militaris and Armillaria mellea formula alleviates depressive behaviors via microglia regulation in an unpredictable chronic mild stress animal model.

BACKGROUND AND AIM: Cordyceps militaris (CM) and Armillaria mellea (AM) are medicinal mushrooms with potential applications in the treatment of mood disorders, including depression and anxiety..

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Research Article · Frontiers in immunology

Cordyceps militaris extract and cordycepin ameliorate LPS-challenged colonic damage in piglets by modulating the microbiota and metabolite profiles.

INTRODUCTION: Cordyceps militaris extract (CME) and cordycepin (CPN) are biomolecules with a wide range of biological activities, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-tumour effects..

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Review · Gels (Basel, Switzerland)

Cordyceps militaris-Derived Bioactive Gels: Therapeutic and Anti-Aging Applications in Dermatology.

Cordyceps militaris is a medicinal mushroom widely utilized in traditional East Asian medicine, recognized for its diverse therapeutic properties. This review explores the potential of C..

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Journal Article · Journal of natural products

Cordycepsterols A-C, Anti-Inflammatory C30 Ergosterols with a 6/6/6/5/6-Fused Ring System from Cordyceps militaris.

Cordyceps militaris is a valuable edible and medicinal fungus. Its chemical composition and biological activity have become the focus of attention.

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Journal Article · Journal of functional foods

Cultivated Cordyceps militaris exerts anti-allergic effects in a cockroach-induced allergic dermatitis mouse model by suppressing inflammation and enhancing epidermal homeostasis

The study evaluated the anti-allergic effects of ethanol extract derived from laboratory-cultivated Cordyceps militaris (ECM) using the HaCaT cells and cockroach allergen Per a 2-induced allergic dermatitis mouse model..

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King Oyster · 2025 · Journal Article · Lebensmittel-Wissenschaft + [i.e. und] Technologie. Food science + technology. Science + technologie alimentaire

Deciphering the yield limitation mechanisms in Pleurotus eryngii cultivation: A comparative study on red vs white corncob substrates

Asia's massive agricultural residues pose environmental challenges, yet their use in Pleurotus eryngii cultivation offers sustainable solutions. Red and white corncobs, despite structural similarities, exhibit distinct lignocellulose and bioactive profiles, influencing mushroom yield and nutrition..

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Lion's Mane · 2025 · Research Article · Food chemistry: X

Decoding of novel umami-enhancing peptides from Hericium Erinaceus and its mechanisms by virtual screening, multisensory techniques, and molecular simulation approaches.

This study applied integrated sensory-guided, ultrafiltration fractionation, machine learning and bioinformatics approaches to identify peptides that enhance umami in Hericium erinaceus, investigate their mechanisms of action..

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Reishi · 2025 · Journal Article · Food chemistry

Decoding the flavor profile of Chinese Lingzhi (Ganoderma lucidum) using a sensomics approach.

Lingzhi (Ganoderma lucidum) is renowned for its edible and medicinal properties. However, its fresh form is highly prone to deterioration and requires processing, which may alter its flavor..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2025 · Research Article · International journal of molecular sciences

Decolorization and Detoxification of Azo and Triphenylmethane Dyes Damaging Human Health by Crude Laccase from White-Rot Fungus Pleurotus ostreatus Yang1 and Molecular Docking Between Laccase and Structurally Diverse Dyes.

This study systematically investigated the decolorization efficacy and detoxification effect of crude laccase derived from Pleurotus ostreatus yang1 on azo and triphenylmethane dyes..

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Journal Article · International journal of medicinal mushrooms

Dectin-1-Dependent Activation of Flt3 Ligand-Induced Dendritic Cells by the Caterpillar Medicinal Mushroom Cordyceps militaris (Ascomycetes) Fruiting Body.

Cordyceps militaris, an entomopathogenic fungus traditionally used in East Asian medicine, contains 1,3-β-glucans with well-known immunomodulatory properties. Our previous research has demonstrated that both fruit body powder and hot water extract of C..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2025 · Research Article · Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

Design of a Blockchain-Enabled Traceability System for Pleurotus ostreatus Supply Chains.

Pleurotus ostreatus is valued for its nutritional, medicinal, economic, and ecological benefits and is widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, and environmental protection industries..

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Reishi · 2025 · Research Article · Frontiers in cell and developmental biology

Developmental and reproductive toxicity assessment of sporoderm-removed Ganoderma lucidum spores.

INTRODUCTION: Ganoderma lucidum is a fungus used in traditional Chinese medicine with high medicinal value and is also widely used in modern healthcare. Its spores are reported to contain antitumor and anti-inflammatory properties, among other biological benefits; however, the thick spore wall limits its….

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Oyster Mushroom · 2025 · Research Article · Scientific reports

Effect of acid modification of Biochar derived from spent mushroom substrate on the production of oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus).

Spent mushroom substrate (SMS) disposal presents significant environmental challenges in the edible fungi industry. Converting SMS into biochar offers a promising resource utilization approach; however, the original biochar properties limit its effectiveness in mushroom cultivation applications..

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Research Article · FEBS open bio

Effect of Cordyceps militaris extract containing cordycepin on the adipogenesis and lipolysis of adipocytes.

Obesity, a global health concern, results from an energy imbalance leading to lipid accumulation. In the present study, Cordyceps militaris extract (CM) and its primary component, cordycepin, were investigated to characterize their potential effects on adipogenesis and lipolysis..

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Research Article · Microorganisms

Effect of Cordyceps militaris Residue and Lactiplantibacillus plantarum on Fermentation Quality and Bacterial Community of Alfalfa Silage.

In order to reduce the environmental burden associated with Cordyceps militaris residue, we conducted a study to explore the feasibility of Cordyceps militaris residue as a silage additive..

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King Oyster · 2025 · Journal Article · Journal of agricultural and food chemistry

Effects and Mechanisms of Pleurotus eryngii Polysaccharide on Intestinal Barrier Damage: Based on the Perspective of Its Interaction with Intestinal Mucus during Gut Digestion.

In this study, pathways and mechanisms of action of a new type of Pleurotus eryngii polysaccharide (PEP) with known structural characteristics and probiotic properties in the intestine were investigated..

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Research Article · Animal bioscience

Effects of Cordyceps militaris solid medium on the growth performance, immunity parameters and intestinal health of broilers.

OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to investigate the impact of Cordyceps militaris solid medium (CMM) on the growth performance, immunity parameters, intestinal health and gut microbiota of broilers..

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Cordyceps · 2025 · Journal Article · Brazilian journal of microbiology: [publication of the Brazilian Society for Microbiology]

Effects of cottonseed powder and perilla oil on cordycepin production from Cordyceps militaris in liquid culture.

Cordycepin is an important quality control component in Cordyceps militaris. As a result of its known biological activities, cordycepin from Cordyceps militaris has been extensively characterized in regards to potential medicinal applications..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2025 · Journal Article · Journal of applied poultry research

Effects of dietary inclusion of oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) powder on live performance, physical meat quality, hemato-biochemical indices and cecal bacterial load in Sonali chickens

The current research aimed to assess the effects of oyster mushroom powder as potential alternative to antibiotic growth promoters on growth performance, physical meat quality, hemato-biochemical indices and cecal bacterial load in Sonali chickens..

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Chaga · 2025 · Journal Article · Meat science

Effects of dietary Inonotus obliquus fermentation products supplementation on meat quality and antioxidant capacity of finishing pigs

This study aimed to investigate the supplementation of finishing pigs with Inonotus obliquus fermentation products (IOFP) on the meat quality, amino acid and fatty acid composition, muscle fiber characteristics, and antioxidant capacity..

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