Ganoderma
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Ganoderma

Cultivation, Chemistry and Medicinal Applications, Volume 1

  1. 230 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Ganoderma

Cultivation, Chemistry and Medicinal Applications, Volume 1

About this book

Ganoderma holds significant traditional importance in various ethnic cultures around the world, particularly in China, Japan, and Korea. Many indigenous traditions have incorporated Ganoderma into medicinal practices, being considered a symbol of longevity, vitality, and good health. At present, the taxon is believed to possess various health benefits and is used to treat ailments and promote overall well-being. In this context, the first volume of the book, titled Ganoderma: Cultivation, Chemistry and Medicinal Applications, aims to comprehensively cover the taxonomy, morphological features, domestication strategies, structures of secondary metabolites, and therapeutic prospects of Ganoderma. It may serve as a definite resource for students, researchers, healthcare professionals, traditional medicine practitioners, and enthusiasts.

FEATURES

  • Provides a comprehensive classification system for Ganoderma species, highlighting their taxonomy and distinguishing characteristics

  • Delves into the techniques and practices involved in cultivating Ganoderma, offering detailed guidance for individuals interested in growing this valuable fungus

  • Explores the cultural and traditional significance of Ganoderma in various ethnic cultures intertwined with customs, beliefs, rituals, myths, and folklore around the world

  • Investigates the secondary metabolites of Ganoderma, highlighting their implications

  • Examines diverse bioactivities associated with Ganoderma, including antioxidant, hepatoprotective, antidiabetic, prebiotic, anti-inflammatory, anti-arthritis, anticancer, hypolipidemic, and cholesterol-lowering effects

This book includes relevant illustrations, diagrams, and images to enhance the understanding of concepts associated with Ganoderma.

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Information

Publisher
CRC Press
Year
2024
Print ISBN
9781032397610
eBook ISBN
9781003847335
Edition
1
Topic
Biological Sciences
Subtopic
Pharmacology
Index
Biological Sciences

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half Title
  3. Title
  4. Copyright
  5. Contents
  6. Preface
  7. Editors
  8. Contributors
  9. Chapter 1 Taxonomy, Phylogeny, and Beneficial Uses of Ganoderma (Ganodermataceae, Polyporales)
  10. Chapter 2 Cultivation Strategies of Ganoderma or the Reishi Mushroom
  11. Chapter 3 Ganoderma in Traditional Culture
  12. Chapter 4 It Is Said That Antioxidants Are Our Answer to Immortality: An Insight into the Antioxidant Activity of Ganoderma
  13. Chapter 5 Hepatoprotective Effect of Ganoderma lucidum (Curt.:Fr.) P. Karst
  14. Chapter 6 Antidiabetic Effects of Ganoderma: Prospects and Challenges
  15. Chapter 7 Ganoderma: A Pharmacological Mushroom with Remarkable Potency in Human Gut Microflora Dysbiosis
  16. Chapter 8 Structural Elucidation and Medicinal Attributes of Secondary Metabolites from Ganoderma
  17. Chapter 9 Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Arthritis Properties of Ganoderma
  18. Chapter 10 Magical Mushroom: Ganoderma—A Promising Treatment for Cancer
  19. Chapter 11 Hypolipidemic and Cholesterol-Lowering Effects of Ganoderma
  20. Index