Analyzing Mushroom Polysaccharides with New Extraction Methods
Jenn Hoskins
17th April, 2024
Image Source: Natural Science News, 2024
Key Findings
- Researchers at Zhejiang University improved how to extract health-promoting compounds from reishi mushrooms
- The new method is faster, uses less material, and is more eco-friendly than traditional extraction techniques
- This advancement could lead to better and more sustainable reishi mushroom-based health products
References
Main Study
1) Polysaccharide structure evaluation of Ganoderma lucidum from different regions in China based on an innovative extraction strategy.
Published 1st July, 2024 (future Journal edition)
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.122079
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