Mushrooms

Health & Wellbeing

With some help from the sun, oyster mushrooms could fight TB

In developing nations with limited infrastructure, obtaining vitamin supplements can be difficult. With that in mind, German scientists are now suggesting that people in such regions could fight tuberculosis (TB) by ingesting something else – oyster mushrooms that have been sitting in the sun.

The study was led by Asst. Prof. Feng Lei (left) and Dr. Irwin Cheah

Health & Wellbeing

Eating plenty of mushrooms may protect seniors' brains

We've already heard how the psilocybin from so-called "magic" mushrooms may help to alleviate depression. Well, a new study now suggests that a compound found in all mushrooms could also assist in warding off mild cognitive impairment.

An electrode network (branched pattern) and cyanobacteria (spiral pattern) were 3D-printed onto the mushroom

Energy

Bionic mushroom uses bacteria and graphene to generate electricity

Could your home one day be powered by patches of mushrooms? Probably not, but scientists have nonetheless created a "bionic mushroom" that does indeed generate electricity – and it may pave the way for more practical bio-electric systems.

They might not look as good as steak, but eating mushrooms instead of meat might make you feel more full, which could help with your weight loss goals

Health & Wellbeing

Want to feel fuller longer? Eat your mushrooms, says new study

Mushrooms can fuel batteries, inspire tiny homes, be grown in diapers and even create building "sausages," which just might help construct the homes of tomorrow. Now they can also help with weight loss, according to a new study published in the journal Appetite.