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Natural Products and Biological Activity of the Pharmacologically Active Cauliflower Mushroom Sparassis crispa

2013; Hindawi Publishing Corporation; Volume: 2013; Linguagem: Inglês

10.1155/2013/982317

2314-6141

Takashi Kimura,

Pharmacological Effects of Natural Compounds

Sparassis crispa , also known as cauliflower mushroom, is an edible mushroom with medicinal properties. Its cultivation became popular in Japan about 10 years ago, a phenomenon that has been attributed not only to the quality of its taste, but also to its potential for therapeutic applications. Herein, I present a comprehensive summary of the pharmacological activities and mechanisms of action of its bioactive components, such as beta-glucan, and other physiologically active substances. In particular, the immunomodulatory mechanisms of the beta-glucan components are presented herein in detail.