When tumor-bearing mice were given diet containing fruit bodies of shiitake (L-feed), the tumor growth was apparently inhibited. To elucidate the mechanisms of this action, the effects of the L-feed on the production superoxide anion (SOA) by macrophages and the cytotoxicity of natural killer T cells were studied. When MM-46 carcinoma-bearing C3H mice were maintained on L-feed (containing 20% s...

Shiitake mushrooms are prized for their unique flavor and bioactive properties. While there has been extensive research on drying methods, a comprehensive investigation of the effects parameters in dry-moist-heat system shiitake quality is still needed. This study aimed to investigate aging dried comprehensively. Four temperatures, specifically 50, 60, 70, 80 °C, were applied mushrooms, maintai...

In rare occasions, ingestion of raw or undercooked shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes) can result in a unique dermatologic manifestation known as flagellate dermatitis (SFD). The diagnosis SFD is often overlooked due to the rarity condition and commonality mushroom consumption. As consumption increases globally, rise cases may follow suit. Therefore, awareness presentation clinical background ...

This study aimed to investigate the effects of pulsed electric field (PEF), ultrasound (US), and combined pretreatments (PEF-US) on mass transfer, rehydration capacity, microstructure, nutritional quality shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes). The results indicated that could accelerate transfer during hot-air drying process at 65 °C, resulting in lower time energy requirement than control. Mean...

Dear Editor, Scratch dermatitis, or flagellate erythema, is characterized by linear erythematous/hyperpigmented streaks, and can be caused by shiitake mushroom, bleomycin, dermatomyositis and Still’s disease. Engraftment syndrome (ES) presents with pyrexia, maculopapular eruption and edema during neutrophil recovery following hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Here, we describe a case wit...

BACKGROUND The role of glucan in stimulation of immune reactions has been studied for several decades. In this report, we focused on the effects of orally administered glucan Maitake and Shiitake on immune reactions. MATERIALS AND METHODS We measured phagocytosis, NK cell activity, and secretion of IL-6, IL-12, IFN-γ as well as C-reactive protein (CRP) after 14 days of oral application of tes...