Publications by authors named "Krishnankutty K Janardhanan"
Ann Transl Med
February 2014
Article Synopsis
- Ganoderma lucidum, also known as Ling Zhi, has been used for therapeutic purposes in various Asian countries for over 2,000 years and is studied for its DNA protecting abilities in human lymphocytes.
- The study involved isolating beta glucan (BG) from the fungus and evaluating its properties using various spectroscopy techniques, as well as its radioprotective effects on lymphocytes exposed to gamma radiation.
- Results showed that BG significantly reduced DNA damage, indicating its potential for preventing radiation-induced cellular damage due to its antioxidant properties and ability to repair DNA.
