An appraisal of the metabolites, pharmacological and biotechnological significance of edible mushrooms
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2021
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Taylor and Francis and University of South Africa Press for Royal Society of South Afric
Abstract
Mushrooms are universally valued for their dietary and therapeutic significance. Their importance could be attributed to numerous nutritive and dietary substances including polysaccharides, terpenoids, phenolics and other light molecular bioactive compounds. These compounds offer optimal health benefits and have been identified as a potential source of nutritional and medicinal products against several debilitating and food-related disorders. Here, we present an updated synopsis of the medicinal attributes of mushrooms, while also highlighting the technological advancements in their cultivation that have led to the birth of engineered species with improved traits that could alleviate malnourishment and contribute towards food security, offer health benefits, and provide efficient ways of waste management.
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edible fungi, food security, mushroom, nutraceutical, waste management
Citation
Bolaniran, T., Jamiu, A. T., Garuba, T., Wudil, A. M., Adeola, H. A. & Sabiu, S. (2021). An appraisal of the metabolites, pharmacological and biotechnological significance of edible mushrooms. Transactions of the Royal Society of South Africa. 76(3): 1 – 16