Unlocking the Full Potential: Exploring Delivery Methods and Bioavailability of Supplements
on 05/05/2025
Discover the most effective ways to consume supplements and enhance their bioavailability. Learn about various delivery methods, including tinctures, liposomal formulations, and innovative approaches to maximize the benefits of these powerful natural products.
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References
Medicinal Mushrooms: Their Bioactive Components, Nutritional Value and Application in Functional Food Production—A Review
The Interaction between Mushroom Polysaccharides and Gut Microbiota and Their Effect on Human Health: A Review
Biomolecular Mechanisms of Autoimmune Diseases and Their Relationship with the Resident Microbiota: Friend or Foe?
A review on mushroom-derived bioactive peptides: Preparation and biological activities
Medicinal mushrooms, e.g., Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus (Bull.) Pers.), Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum (Curtis) P. Karst.), Chaga (Inonotus obliquus (Ach. ex Pers.) Pilát), Cordyceps (Ophiocordyceps sinensis (Berk.) G.H. Sung, J.M. Sung, Hywel-Jones and Spatafora), Shiitake (Lentinula edodes (Berk.) Pegler), and Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor (L.) Lloyd), are considered new-generation foods and are of growing interest to consumers. They are characterised by a high content of biologically active compounds, including (1,3)(1,6)-β-d-glucans, which are classified as dietary fibre, triterpenes, phenolic compounds, and sterols.
2023
A growing number of studies have shown that mushroom polysaccharides could exert anti-diabetes, anti-intestinal inflammation and antitumor effects by regulating gut microbiota. Thus, the relationship between mushroom polysaccharides and gut microbiota was comprehensively summarized in this review. The vital role of gut microbiota in disease was also emphasized.
2023
The use of innovative approaches to elucidate the pathophysiological mechanisms of autoimmune diseases, as well as to further study of the factors which can have either a positive or negative effect on the course of the disease, is essential. In this line, the development of new molecular techniques and the creation of the Human Genome Program have allowed access to many more solutions to the difficulties that exist in the identification and characterization of the microbiome, as well as changes due to various factors. Such innovative technologies can rekindle older hypotheses, such as molecular mimicry, allowing us to move from hypothesis to theory and from correlation to causality, particularly regarding autoimmune diseases and dysbiosis of the microbiota. For example, Prevotella copri appears to have a strong association with rheumatoid arthritis; it is expected that this will be confirmed by several scientists, which, in turn, will make it possible to identify other mechanisms that may contribute to the pathophysiology of the disease. This article seeks to identify new clues regarding similar correlations between autoimmune activity and the human microbiota, particularly in relation to qualitative and quantitative microbial variations therein.
2022
Mushroom bioactive peptides (MBAPs) refer to bioactive peptides extracted directly or indirectly from mushrooms or their mycelia. Owing to the presence of a large quantity of high-quality proteins, many mushrooms are promising sources of bioactive peptides. The beneficial effects, including antihypertensive, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activities, of MBAPs are being increasingly recognized with regards to health promotion and disease prevention. However, this field is relatively undeveloped and relevant reviews are scarce. Hence, the aim of this review was to present the current research status of MBAPs, focusing on their preparation and biological functions. An insight regarding the direction of future research has been also discussed.
2020
Comments
Hey Josh, this is a great post! I've always been curious about the different delivery methods for supplements and how they affect bioavailability. It's fascinating to think about how something as simple as the form in which we take a supplement can impact its effectiveness. I appreciate how you laid out the pros and cons of each method. Personally, I've tried both capsules and tinctures, and I can definitely feel a difference. Tinctures seem to kick in faster for me, but I find capsules more convenient for my busy lifestyle. Also, the part about food pairing caught my attention. I never thought about how certain foods can enhance the absorption of nutrients. It makes so much sense! Do you have any recommendations on the best supplements to start with for someone who’s new to this? I’m eager to explore this further and unlock the full potential of what these health boosters can do for my wellness. Thanks for sharing your insights—looking forward to more posts like this!