The concept of beauty is evolving beyond topical applications to embrace a holistic, inside-out approach. At the forefront of this "inner beauty" movement are bioactive polysaccharides derived from medicinal fungi. This article explores the science behind fungal polysaccharides, particularly β-Gluca

Introduction The global medicinal fungi market has witnessed exponential growth in recent years, driven by increasing demand for natural health supplements. Among the most sought-after species are Ganoderma lucidum (lingzhi/Reishi) and Grifola frondosa (maitake), which have transitioned from traditi

Grifola frondosa, commonly known as Maitake, is a well-known medicinal mushroom prized for its potential health benefits, particularly in immune support, cancer therapy, and metabolic health.