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