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Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) mushrooms are good for you--and shiitake byproducts can be good for other crops.

The Carnegie Institution's Department of Plant Biology has announced the launch of a new web-based resource that promises to help researchers around the world meet increasing demands for food production, animal feed, biofuels, industrial materials, and new medicines.

impressive news about food price.this trend make make many mistake for world especially for poor countries.

From the page: "The spiraling use of corn for food and fuel is creating heightened concerns about contamination of this staple crop with deadly aflatoxin.

We've all read about the antioxidant superstars--the blueberries, blackberries, and cherries, for instance--that are so effective at squelching the audacious free radicals that bombard our bodies' delicate cells every day.

But few studies have been aimed at investigating how well our bodies use these antioxidant-rich foods--and whether or not their soaring ORAC (oxygen radical absorbance capacity) scores really translate into practical, disease-fighting capabilities in humans.

From the page: "No matter how pleasant a meal is, eating causes what's known as oxidative stress. As we digest our food, we create sometimes-harmful molecules known as free radicals. But antioxidants â€" healthful compounds in fruits and vegetables â€" can help by neutralizing the free radicals."

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From the page: "Thousands of research studies have documented how the oils known as omega-3 fatty acids can benefit the cardiovascular system, particularly among people diagnosed with coronary artery disease. The incredible volume of research on this topic creates difficulty for many physicians and patients to stay current with findings and recommendations related to these oils. In the March issue of Mayo Clinic Proceedings, contributors briefly summarize current scientific data on omega-3 fatty acids and cardiovascular health, focusing on who benefits most from their protective effects, recommended guidelines for administration and dosing, and possible adverse effects associated with their use."