Abstract

Review Article

Agaricus brasiliensis (Sun mushroom) and its therapeutic potential: A review

Aline Mayrink de Miranda*

Published: 10 January, 2022 | Volume 6 - Issue 1 | Pages: 006-015

In recent decades, the chemical, nutritional, and functional properties of edible mushrooms have attracted considerable attention, resulting in numerous reports on their health-associated benefits. One among such edible mushrooms, Agaricus brasiliensis, is native to Brazil and is an important food supplement. This review discusses the therapeutic potential of Agaricus brasiliensis and summarizes the current studies on this edible mushroom.

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Keywords:

Agaricus brasiliensis; Bioactive compound; Edible mushroom; Natural product; Pharmacological activity

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