Plant-based diets are associated with reduced risk of lifestyle-induced chronic diseases. The
thousands of phytochemicals they contain are implicated in cellular-based mechanisms to …

The intake of foods derived from plants has been proposed as an useful strategy in the
prevention of several chronic diseases. However, plants also possess a group of substances …

The potential of edible mushrooms as an unexploited treasure trove, although rarely
included in known food guidelines, is highlighted. Their role in shielding people against the …

Molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs) are currently widely used and further developed for
biological applications. The MIP synthesis procedure is a key process, and a wide variety of …

Macrofungi, mushrooms or higher fungi have been employed for medicinal and food
purposes for decades, nevertheless, also represent, a novel and fruitful source of …

Plants evolve to synthesize various natural metabolites to protect themselves against
threats, such as insects, predators, microorganisms, and environmental conditions (such as …

Through their specific interactions with proteins, cellular glycans play key roles in a wide
range of physiological and pathological processes. One of the main goals of research in the …

The consumption of healthy food, in order to strengthen the immune system, is now a major
focus of people worldwide and is essential to tackle the emerging pandemic concerns …

Whole grains are a pivotal food category for the human diet and represent an invaluable
source of carbohydrates, proteins, fibers, phytocompunds, minerals, and vitamins. Many …

Anti-nutrients are the biomolecules that if present in food along with nutrients, can reduce
either the absorption or the utilization of nutrients. The physiological importance of anti …