Fungi for Human Health Current Knowledge and Future Perspectives

Current research lays emphasis on exploring natural products for use in nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals to overcome various side effects of synthetic drugs. Fungi occupy an eminent position among natural sources of food and medicinal importance since ancient times. Many fungal species have been e...

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Main Authors: Azeem, Uzma, Hakeem, Khalid Rehman (Author), Ali, M. (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2020, 2020
Edition:1st ed. 2020
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Chapter 1: Introduction
  • Chapter 2: Taxonomy
  • Chapter 3: Ecology and Distribution
  • Chapter 4: Ethnomycology
  • Chapter 5: Toxigenic Fungi
  • Chapter 6: Nutritional Significance
  • Chapter 7: Bioactive Constituents and Pharmacological Activities
  • Chapter 8: Commercialization and Conservation
  • Chapter 9: Outlook and Future Prospects
  • Chapter 10: Concluding Remarks